Staunton Sheriff’s Office

09/01/2026

Fall is coming and with that comes TRUNK or TREATING!! Join First Responders and local businesses at our new J&DR building parking lot located at 2020 West Beverley street in Staunton on Friday October 23rd. Anyone interested in joining the fun by setting up a table or entering vehicle please RSVP with Deputy Aaron Rohr by calling 540-849-6413 or email [email protected]. We look forward to having fun with our citizens of Staunton! 🎃🚔🚒🚑

08/30/2026

The Staunton Sheriff's Office is saddened and is praying for the Martinsville Sheriff’s Office, their community and Sheriff Draper's family during this time. Sheriff Draper was an example of what a good man and leader should look like!

# # In Memory of Sheriff Draper

It is with profound sadness and heavy hearts that the Martinsville Sheriff’s Office announces the passing of our beloved Sheriff, Sheriff Draper.

Sheriff Draper’s service to Martinsville began in 1973, when he first joined the Martinsville Sheriff’s Office. What began as a career in public service became a lifetime of dedication to this office, this community, and the people he was honored to serve.

In 1993, he ran for the Office of Sheriff and was elected by the citizens of Martinsville. He took office in 1994 and went on to serve as Sheriff for more than three decades, becoming known as the longest-serving Sheriff in the Commonwealth of Virginia. His extraordinary tenure reflected not only his devotion to public service, but also the tremendous trust the citizens of Martinsville placed in him throughout the years.

For more than half a century, Sheriff Draper dedicated his life to this community. He witnessed generations grow, worked alongside generations of employees, and served countless citizens throughout his career. To many, he was the Sheriff they had known for most, if not all, of their lives.

To the men and women of the Martinsville Sheriff’s Office, he was more than our Sheriff. He was a leader, mentor, colleague, and friend. His presence was a constant within this office, and his guidance, character, and commitment helped shape the Martinsville Sheriff’s Office into what it is today.

To the community, he was a devoted public servant who spent his life serving the city he loved. Behind the title and the badge was a man who cared deeply about Martinsville and its people. The relationships he built and the lives he touched over more than five decades of service are an enduring part of the legacy he leaves behind.

There are few words that can adequately express the loss felt by his family, our staff, his friends, and the community he served for so many years. While we mourn his passing, we are also grateful for the remarkable life of service he gave to Martinsville.

His absence will be deeply felt, but his influence will remain—in the halls of the Martinsville Sheriff’s Office, in those who had the privilege of serving alongside him, and throughout the community to which he devoted so much of his life.

Once arrangements have been finalized, additional information will be shared with our staff and the community.

During this incredibly difficult time, we ask that you keep Sheriff Draper’s family, friends, the men and women of the Martinsville Sheriff’s Office, and all those whose lives he touched in your thoughts and prayers.

**After more than five decades of service, Sheriff Draper leaves behind a legacy that will forever be woven into the history of the Martinsville Sheriff’s Office and the community he so faithfully served.**

**His watch may have ended, but his legacy of service will never be forgotten.**

08/28/2026

***From the Sheriff’s Desk***

The Staunton Sheriff’s Office once again has taken multiple calls and been visited by people who have received a phone call from someone claiming to be a deputy with our office and telling
them that they have missed jury duty or have been found to be in contempt of court. They have been told that they need to turn themselves into our office or pay a fee/fine to the deputy on the phone. This is not an official call from our office or any other
Law Enforcement Agency; this is a scam. We will not call and tell you that you’re in contempt and we will never ask for a payment of money, gift cards, gold, or any other payment method from you over the phone. If you get a phone call like this do not provide them with any
of your personal or financial information and do not confirm any of your personal or financial information that they may give. If you have been scammed, please notify your local Law Enforcement Agency and go to the
www.IC3.gov website and report it. Also, notify your financial institutions if you think someone may have accessed your financial information.

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08/20/2026

Please help the Staunton Sheriff’s Office in welcoming two new deputies to our city.
Deputy Orval Gill comes to us with over six years of experience from Middle River Regional Jail. He has also completed general instructor and is a defensive tactics instructor.
We also welcome Deputy Malachi Crawford. He comes to our office with over four years at Middle River Regional Jail and seven years as a supervisor at Shenandoah Valley Juvenile Center.
We look forward to them growing their skills and working with the citizens of Staunton.

08/01/2026

National Night Out in Staunton on Tuesday, August 4th from 6-8pm at our new Staunton JDR Courthouse, 2020 West Beverley Street.

07/22/2026

Please plan to join us and other agencies for National Night Out on August 4, 2026 on the Staunton JDR Court parking lot!

07/16/2026

** From the Sheriff's desk **

The city has recognized staff from various departments as Employees of the Quarter, we would like to congratulate everyone and especially our own Deputy Swink.

Deputy Michael Swink is a dedicated member of the City’s team who consistently demonstrates compassion, reliability, and a strong commitment to serving both his coworkers and the community. Deputy Swink regularly volunteers to take transports outside of normal business hours, including out-of-state extraditions and civil commitments to mental health facilities across the Commonwealth. With the Sheriff’s Office already traveling more than 14,000 miles this year, Deputy Swink has played an important role in helping meet these responsibilities. Beyond his work in the field, he is always willing to assist his fellow staff members and support the team wherever needed. His positive attitude, willingness to help, and genuine care for the people he serves make him a valued member of the city and a true example of Integrity in action.

07/04/2026

We hope that everyone has a great weekend as we celebrate the nation's 250th birthday, please stay safe! Remember to stay hydrated and in the shade whenever possible with this extreme heatwave. Please be careful with or around fireworks and remember that conditions are very dry! If you plan to consume adult drinks make sure that you have a sober driver for you and your loved ones!

07/01/2026

The Staunton City Sheriff’s Office is now accepting applications for a Full-Time Deputy position.

05/30/2026

With broken hearts, our thoughts and prayers are with the Carroll County Sheriff's Office, their families, friends and community as they are forced to deal with the loss of one of their deputies and the injury of another while conducting a welfare check.