Police

The Roanoke County Police Department strives to provide the citizens of Roanoke County with the best possible police services. The department does this through many successful community programs and a dedicated workforce.

National Accreditation

The Roanoke County Police Department is nationally accredited by the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies. The department has maintained national accreditation since November 1992.

Staffing

The department has an assigned strength of 140 sworn officers and 16 civilian support staff positions.  View our organizational chart to learn more. These employees do their best to provide the citizens of Roanoke County excellent police service. See more Career Opportunities.

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New Public Safety Center Lobby Hours

7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
For after-hours assistance call Non-Emergency 540-562-3265.
For Emergency Dial 911.

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  1. Roanoke County Police Officer-Involved Shooting

    Saturday, November 27, 2021 — At approximately 7:00 p.m. Friday, November 26, officers responded in the 4900 block of Lantern Street (North Lakes area) ... Read on...

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