Norfolk Sheriff's Office

11/08/2021

It may have been a windy, rainy weekend, but that didn't stop the Special Olympics Virginia athletes from giving it their all during the Fall Championship games. On Saturday night, Sheriff Baron, who serves as the Region 3 Regional Director, carried the Flame of Hope into the Opening Ceremonies alongside Special Olympics Virginia athlete Marcus Leggett, Jr. and law enforcement representatives from throughout Hampton Roads. Sheriff Baron then lit the Olympic Cauldron to symbolize the start of the games!

Throughout the weekend, athletes had the opportunity to compete in a number of events including bowling, bocce, golf, volleyball, roller skating, soccer and more! Norfolk Sheriff's Office personnel and law enforcement from around the region volunteered to assist with the events and were excited to see the athletes return to the field. Congratulations to all of the athletes on a job well done!

📷: Special Olympics Virginia, Norfolk Sheriff's Office, Newport News Sheriff's Office

11/06/2021

REMINDER:

Daylight Saving Time ends tomorrow, November 7, 2021 at 2 a.m.
Don't forget to set your clocks back before going to bed tonight!

REMINDER:

Daylight Saving Time ends tomorrow, November 7, 2021 at 2 a.m.
Don't forget to set your clocks back before going to bed tonight!

11/03/2021

Norfolk sheriff adds K9 to help sniff out missing persons as part of Project Lifesaver

NSO K-9 TEAM CERTIFIED TO ASSIST WITH PROJECT LIFESAVER PROGRAM

The Norfolk Sheriff’s Office is pleased to announce Deputy D. Klutts and his partner K-9 Bajos have completed the necessary requirements and obtained their certification in tracking through the Virginia Police Work Dog Association (VPWDA). With this certification, Deputy Klutts and K-9 Bajos will be available to assist the Norfolk Sheriff’s Office with the Project Lifesaver Program.

Project Lifesaver International is a 501 (C)(3) organization that assists public safety officials in locating individuals with cognitive disorders who have wandered. The NSO Project Lifesaver Program is monitored 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. If you live in Norfolk and have a loved one who meets the Project Lifesaver eligibility requirements, contact Master Deputy Reed at 757-328-2485 or visit https://norfolk-sheriff.com/community/project-lifesaver.

Thanks to WAVY TV 10 for helping spread the word about the Project Lifesaver Program and learning more about Deputy Klutts and K-9 Bajos certification.

You can read the full news release at this link: https://norfolk-sheriff.com/news/news-releases

The Norfolk Sheriff’s Office is adding another tool to help find people with cognitive disorders, such as dementia, Alzheimer’s and autism, when they go missing.

10/31/2021

A reminder that there will be an increase in the number of pedestrians in neighborhoods this evening. Please be mindful and drive safely.

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Our Richmond District team said it best!

Halloween is drawing near. Please let the only monsters be in costume, not behind the wheel 👻

10/31/2021

Wishing you all a safe and happy Halloween! 🧛🧟👻🎃

Wishing you all a safe and happy Halloween! 🧛🧟👻🎃

10/28/2021

On this National #FirstRespondersDay we would like to thank all of the NSO personnel and our public safety partners for the important work they do every day. #TeamNSO #NorfolkPD #Norfolk911 #TeamNorfolk Norfolk Fire-Rescue City of Norfolk Government

On this National #FirstRespondersDay we would like to thank all of the NSO personnel and our public safety partners for the important work they do every day. #TeamNSO #NorfolkPD #Norfolk911 #TeamNorfolk Norfolk Fire-Rescue City of Norfolk Government

10/26/2021

When Sheriff Baron took over as Sheriff in 2017, he realized the importance of publicly celebrating the success of NSO personnel. Instead of sending certificates and accolades through inter-office mail, he likes to personally thank employees for a job well done and congratulate them in front of their colleagues. Last week we celebrated several NSO personnel who completed Leadership classes and received Continuous Service Awards.

Congratulations to you all!

10/26/2021

Thank you for the treats and for your continued support, True Blue - We Stand Behind You. It means so much to us!

👻 Look at K9 Molly's "Halloween Bust" 🎃
Our Treat drop for Norfolk Sheriff's Office was a success 🎃 👻 PS K9 Molly is just the best! 🖤💙🖤

10/24/2021

We had a great time at the Trunk or Treat event at Military Circle Mall last night and we hope you all did, too! 👻🎃

10/23/2021

Happening tonight!!!

We are excited to see everyone at tonight's Trunk or Treat at the Military Circle Mall. Grab your costume and join us between 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. for a family-friendly drive-thru event featuring personnel from the Norfolk Sheriff's Office, Norfolk Police Department, Norfolk Fire-Rescue, ODU Police Department, and many more! See you there! 👻🎃

Happening tonight!!!

We are excited to see everyone at tonight's Trunk or Treat at the Military Circle Mall. Grab your costume and join us between 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. for a family-friendly drive-thru event featuring personnel from the Norfolk Sheriff's Office, Norfolk Police Department, Norfolk Fire-Rescue, ODU Police Department, and many more! See you there! 👻🎃

10/22/2021

Tomorrow, October 23, is National Prescription Drug Take Back Day. Do you have any unused or expired prescription drugs and would like to make sure they are properly disposed of? If so, stop by the Norfolk Police Department Police Operations Center tomorrow from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.

More information can be found below.

Tomorrow, October 23, is National Prescription Drug Take Back Day. Do you have any unused or expired prescription drugs and would like to make sure they are properly disposed of? If so, stop by the Norfolk Police Department Police Operations Center tomorrow from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.

More information can be found below.

10/21/2021

We send heartfelt condolences to Sheriff Ken Stolle and everyone at the Virginia Beach Sheriff's Office following the sudden passing of Lt. Nicole Bendily earlier this week. We offer our deepest sympathies to Lt. Bendily's husband and two daughters during this difficult time. Please keep her family, both blood and blue, in your thoughts in the weeks ahead.

We are heartbroken to share the news that we lost a longtime member of the VBSO family this week. Lt. Nicole Bendily had a tremendous impact on us and on this city and she will be sorely missed.

GoFundMe to support the Bendily family: https://gofund.me/e0379f83.

Additional information: https://www.vbso.net/news-details/vbso-mourns-death-of-longtime-lieutenant.

10/19/2021

On Sunday, Deputy Pilkington (pictured here with Attorney Yolanda Beasley) participated in the Making Strides Against Breast Cancer of Hampton Roads walk at Botanical Gardens. The event was sponsored by Dollar Tree and featured a walk through Botanical Gardens, a survivor's tent, tribute garden, and more. Deputy Pilkington enjoyed the event, speaking with citizens and show his support for and bringing awareness to the fight against breast cancer. He also said his pink badge was a hit!

On Sunday, Deputy Pilkington (pictured here with Attorney Yolanda Beasley) participated in the Making Strides Against Breast Cancer of Hampton Roads walk at Botanical Gardens. The event was sponsored by Dollar Tree and featured a walk through Botanical Gardens, a survivor's tent, tribute garden, and more. Deputy Pilkington enjoyed the event, speaking with citizens and show his support for and bringing awareness to the fight against breast cancer. He also said his pink badge was a hit!

10/19/2021

NPD Trunk or Treat 2021

We are excited to be participating in this year's NPD Trunk or Treat event. So grab your favorite costume, your family and your friends and join us THIS Saturday, October 23rd, from 5:30-7:30 p.m. at Military Circle Mall for the family-friendly drive-thru event.

10/18/2021

Special Olympics Virginia Homepage

Special Olympics Virginia is looking for volunteers to assist with their Fall Championship Games on November 6th and 7th in Virginia Beach.

As the Regional Director for Special Olympics Virginia, Sheriff Baron will be participating in the Opening Ceremonies and members of the Norfolk Sheriff's Office will be on-hand for the games. If you are able to volunteer, please visit the link below to sign up.

We transform lives through the joy of sport by providing year-round athletic training and competition for athletes of all ages with intellectual disabilities. Join us as an athlete, volunteer, or fan - and reveal your inner champion!

10/18/2021

If you were at the ODU Football Homecoming game on Saturday (or any Old Dominion University home game this season) you may see NSO Deputies working the parking lots, stadium gates, and other locations throughout campus. But, did you notice some of them are wearing pink badges? Throughout the month of October, deputies have the option to wear pink badges and patches on their uniforms to bring awareness to the fight against breast cancer.

If you were at the ODU Football Homecoming game on Saturday (or any Old Dominion University home game this season) you may see NSO Deputies working the parking lots, stadium gates, and other locations throughout campus. But, did you notice some of them are wearing pink badges? Throughout the month of October, deputies have the option to wear pink badges and patches on their uniforms to bring awareness to the fight against breast cancer.

10/15/2021

We love being out in the community and last weekend we had the opportunity to attend two wonderful events.

On Saturday morning Sheriff Baron and team members from the NSO Community Affairs Division stopped by the 10th Annual Community Service Day at Shiloh Baptist Church where they provided health and wellness information, vaccinations, food, and much more to citizens.

Following the event at Shiloh Baptist Church we visited Riverside Baptist Church (Rbc Norfolk) for their yearly picnic and had a great time. Lt. Breeden and Deputy Brown from the NSO Community Affairs Division even took home the first place trophy in the co****le tournament!

10/13/2021

Happy Birthday, U.S. Navy!

Many of our personnel served in the Navy prior to beginning their career in law enforcement. Thank you to all who have served and happy birthday to the world's largest (and greatest!) Navy!

Happy Birthday, U.S. Navy!

Many of our personnel served in the Navy prior to beginning their career in law enforcement. Thank you to all who have served and happy birthday to the world's largest (and greatest!) Navy!

10/13/2021

This morning Cpl. Bell and Cpl. West from the #TeamNSO Recruitment Team are at Norview High School for Senior Fest 2021! Did you know the required hiring age for the position of Deputy Sheriff is 18 years old?

Start your career in law enforcement and apply online today at www.norfolk-sheriff.com/jobs or call 757-664-4706 to speak with a recruiter.

This morning Cpl. Bell and Cpl. West from the #TeamNSO Recruitment Team are at Norview High School for Senior Fest 2021! Did you know the required hiring age for the position of Deputy Sheriff is 18 years old?

Start your career in law enforcement and apply online today at www.norfolk-sheriff.com/jobs or call 757-664-4706 to speak with a recruiter.

10/12/2021

If you've been following our social media pages for a while you know we love to celebrate the success of our employees 🎉 Last week we held a staff awards ceremony and celebrated personnel who recently completed leadership classes, presented Continuous Service Awards, and congratulated the Civilian of the Quarter and Leader of the Quarter.

Congratulations to all of the award recipients!

10/12/2021

Congratulations to Team NSO and everyone who participated in the Love to Ride Cycle September Challenge. The final results are in and throughout the month of September Team NSO biked a total of 2232.27 miles and came in 4th place overall in their category! 🚴

10/12/2021

Due to the pandemic Police Week 2021 activities were rescheduled from May 2021 until the week of October 11 - 17, 2021. Yesterday, Governor Northam proclaimed October 11 -17 as Police Week in Virginia. Each year during Police Week we take time to remember and honor the officers, sheriffs and troopers who lost their lives serving their community.

If you see a police officer, deputy sheriff, or trooper this week, please consider thanking them for the work they do each and every day to protect our city and the commonwealth.

Governor of Virginia Ralph S. Northam Proclaims October 11-17 Virginia Police Week

10/10/2021

On Monday, October 11th, the Norfolk Sheriff's Office Administrative Building and the Norfolk Consolidated Courthouse will be closed in observance of Indigenous Peoples Day, a day set aside to honor Native Americans and their history and culture.

On Monday, October 11th, the Norfolk Sheriff's Office Administrative Building and the Norfolk Consolidated Courthouse will be closed in observance of Indigenous Peoples Day, a day set aside to honor Native Americans and their history and culture.

10/08/2021

Last week, a portrait unveiling ceremony was held at the Norfolk Consolidated Courthouse for Judge Williams who retired from the Juvenile and Domestic Relations Court. NSO's Master Deputy E. Watson (RET.) who served as Judge Williams' bailiff for more than 12 years came in town from New Jersey to attend and open the court for the ceremony.

Congratulations Judge Williams and thank you to retired Master Deputy Watson for being on-hand for the celebration!

Last week, a portrait unveiling ceremony was held at the Norfolk Consolidated Courthouse for Judge Williams who retired from the Juvenile and Domestic Relations Court. NSO's Master Deputy E. Watson (RET.) who served as Judge Williams' bailiff for more than 12 years came in town from New Jersey to attend and open the court for the ceremony.

Congratulations Judge Williams and thank you to retired Master Deputy Watson for being on-hand for the celebration!

10/08/2021

Congratulations to Ms. Pam Castellanos from the NSO Programs Department for completing the requirements necessary to receive certification as an Anger Management Specialist. The certification through the National Association of Anger Management (NAMA) requires anger management specialists to complete a series of classes and training to understand the nature of anger, the role of trigger thoughts, and the role of stress as it relates to anger, just to name a few.

Professional Development improves personal knowledge and understanding, in addition to organization values. We are proud of our Chaplin, Ms. Pam Castellanos achieving a Certification in Anger Management. She is now our main Anger Management Instructor for our Inmate Pathways Programs classes and Court ordered Classes. This is one way the Norfolk Sheriff’s Office Programs Department strives to make a difference in the lives of others by offering Evidence Based Classes to persons in our care.

10/06/2021

Virtual Career Fairs and Hiring Events

Tomorrow from 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. members of the Norfolk Sheriff's Office Recruitment Team will be attending the Norfolk Fall Career Fair at the Kroc Center located at 1401 Ballentine Blvd.

Stop by and speak with a NSO recruiter to learn more about our $4,000 signing incentive, paid benefits, tuition assistance, education benefits, and veteran's programs!

We look forward to seeing you there!

Career Center of the Southeast reserves the right to refuse/cancel registrations. If CCS refuses a registration, registrants will be offered a refund. Registrants canceling less than 30 days prior to an event will not receive a refund. The refund and cancellation policy will not be waived. Registrat...

10/06/2021

The Pink Patch Project is a collaborative effort between law enforcement and public safety agencies to bring attention to the fight against breast cancer. Since 2017, the Norfolk Sheriff’s Office has participated in the Pink Patch Project and was the first agency in Virginia to do so.

Throughout the month of October, as we have for the past 4 years, you may see NSO deputies wearing pink patches and a pink badge on their uniforms to bring awareness to the fight against breast cancer.

10/04/2021

Thank you to American Legion Tidewater Post 327, Norfolk, Virginia who recently presented a check to the Norfolk Sheriff's Office. The check was presented to Sheriff Baron and Colonel O'Toole in a small ceremony at the American Legion Post 327. The money will be used for equipment for the deputies, NSO Summer Camps, and veteran's programs. We are thankful to have such a wonderful relationship with Post 327 and so many other community partners.