Lexington citizens will get to meet and ask questions of the new Lexington Police Chief Justin Doll at an event on Thursday at Lylburn Downing Middle School. The gathering is part of an effort led by 50 Ways Rockbridge to strengthen connections between law enforcement and the community.
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Business owners and employees say confusing time limits lead to frustration and more tickets.
Former Chief Angela Greene left in August for a post with the Virginia Attorney General’s Office. Her interim replacement has said he does not want to permanent position.
Police will use a questionnaire to assess the vulnerability of victims of domestic and sexual violence.
The Lexington Police Department is requesting $110,000 to purchase body cameras. A separate proposal to replace the department’s current in-car camera systems would cost the city about $192,000.
Lexington Police Department selected a new detective to investigate a growing number of domestic violence and sexual assault crimes. Project Horizon will work with the detective to provide shelter and support for victims.
Officers on horseback will begin patrolling Lexington’s streets beginning April 27.
The Lexington Police Department uses signing and retention bonuses to keep officers from leaving for other jobs.
Students express frustration about the lack of specific information on the threat a day after a four-hour lockdown on campus. Details remain unclear as W&L officials and police remain largely silent.
Police Chief Angela Greene said salary increases have helped bring her department up to full staff for the first time in years.