SAFER INTERNET DAY For helpful tips on internet security, the newest apps, and breaking news that will protect yourself and your children visit connectsafely.org #SaferInternetDay #cybersafety

We would like to welcome Deputy Johansen to the Botetourt County Sheriff's Office. Deputy Johansen was raised in the Daleville community and a graduate of JMU. She will be assigned to Bravo Platoon within the Patrol Division. #BCSOServiceHonorCommitment

TRAFFIC LAW THURSDAY 46.2-846-Required position and method of turning at intersections. Please refer to the below diagram to ensure everyone turning in the crossover can see oncoming traffic and navigate turns safely.

Labor Day Impaired Driving Campaign Over the #LaborDay holiday in 2019, among drivers aged 18-34, 46% of those who were killed had a BAC of .08 or higher. #DriveSober or Get Pulled Over. #DriveSoberOrGetPulledOver #BeSafeBotetourt

Congratulations to Captain J.S. Boone and Lieutenant D.C. Dillow on successfully completing the Law Enforcement Executive Development Association (FBI-LEEDA) Trilogy Leadership Series. #FBILEEDA #Trilogy #TrilogyGrad

A ride-share or taxi is so much cheaper than a DUI. Save your cash, always #DriveSober or Get Pulled Over. #LaborDay #DriveSober #DriveSoberOrGetPulledOver #DriveHighGetADUI

Congratulations to Sergeant J.B. Haynes on his recent promotion to Lieutenant. Lieutenant Haynes will assume supervisory duties on Alpha Platoon in patrol after serving previously as a Patrol Sergeant and Criminal Investigations Sergeant.

Congratulations to Deputy A.R. Mioduszewski on his recent promotion to Sergeant. Sergeant Mioduszewski will assume supervisory duties on Bravo Platoon in patrol.

We invite the community to join us on October 5, 2021, at Fincastle Baptist, 7330 Roanoke Road, Fincastle, VA, from 5PM to 7Pm for fireworks, food, music and more. Come meet the men and women who serve your community. #NationalNightOut

We welcome Deputy Axin to the department. Axin is a 13 month old German Shepherd from Holland. He is currently being trained in narcotics detection, tracking, and criminal apprehension.

To all the men and women who have served or are serving this great nation, we honor you and thank you for your commitment in protecting and guaranteeing the freedoms we all hold dear.

Crash fatalities in #Virginia reached a 14-year high with 968 crash #fatalities on state roadways in 2021. Please - slow down, buckle up & stay focused. Protect the lives of everyone on the roadway, including your own! #DriveDefensively #AlwaysAttentive #TowardZeroDeathsVA

During this first week of summer we encourage the nearly 425,000 licensed Virginia motorcyclists to ride safely & wear proper gear. A rider without a helmet is 40% more likely to suffer a fatal head injury than a helmeted rider. Be #GearedForSafety #BeSafeBotetourt VirginiaDMV

Detectives are currently investigating a domestic shooting in the Westview area of Troutville. One person has been transported to the hospital with life-threatening injuries, and one person is in custody. This is an isolated incident with no further threat to the community.

The victim in the Westview Rd Shooting has been identified as Walter Thomas Hinkley, 49 of Troutville, VA and the suspect has been identified as Rhonda Larue Hinkley, 50 of Troutville, VA. Rhonda Hinkley is being held without bond in the Botetourt-Craig Regional Jail.

Today, February 15th, National School Resource Officer Appreciation Day, we celebrate and recognize the men and women who commit their daily lives to providing a safe learning environment while fostering positive relationships with the children and school communities they serve.

New traffic signal will be activated at the intersection of route 220 with Fieldstone Lane across from Ikenberry Orchards, tomorrow, Thursday, December 14, 2024. Please use caution with this new traffic pattern

🍀St. Patrick's Day Campaign March 11-17 🍀 Our Be Safe Botetourt Traffic Safety Initiative is gearing up to encourage safe driving behaviors this coming holiday weekend. Don't push your luck Botetourt! Don't Drive Impaired! 🍀 Designate a #DesginatedDriver #StPatricksDay

National Child Abuse Prevention. WEAR BLUE DAY! Raise awareness. Help a child in need. Help prevent child abuse. #WearBlueDay2024 #Preventchildabuse #everychildneedsloved