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The Police Department is now open to the public, however, facemasks are required to conduct business.
- The department’s Ride-Along Program remains suspended.
- Fingerprinting and buccal swaps are now being processed.
- Employees will continue to maintain a distance of approximately six feet, when practical, in the event face to face contact is necessary. Citizens may be asked to meet officers outside of their home, business, etc.
- When contacting the 911 center for services, callers will be asked screening questions by a dispatcher in order to determine if someone is ill, has a fever, or is experiencing respiratory problems.
The department will continue to respond to all emergency calls for service. Non-emergency calls may be handled by telephone. Your information will be forwarded to an officer who will return your call, provide information/advice, and take a report if needed. Please understand that our response to non-emergency incidents might be delayed.
Staunton Police Department
The Staunton Police Department (SPD) is an internationally accredited, full-service law enforcement agency dedicated to serving the citizens of the City of Staunton.
The department operates the City's state-of-the-art Enhanced-911 Center, which serves as the primary answering point for the City's 911 calls and dispatches calls for service for police, fire and the Staunton-Augusta Rescue Squad.
The SPD also sponsors a number of crime prevention initiatives, including Virginia Rules, mentorship, and School Resource Officer programs for the area's youth; a Citizen's Police Academy; and Neighborhood and Business Watch programs.
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NEWS RELEASE On Tuesday, July 28 a citizen was attacked without provocation by a cat in the area of Moore St. The animal was later captured and turned over to the Health Department for rabies testing. On Friday, July 31, Animal Control was notified that this cat tested positive for rabies. Symptoms of rabies in animals include extreme agitation and aggression, muscle spasms, excessive salivation, and ultimately death. If you have had any exposure to an animal displaying symptoms similar to these contact Animal Control at the Staunton Police Department immediately at 540.332.3842 and seek prompt medical attention. Rabies is transferred by saliva and is fatal if not treated immediately. Wildlife can transmit rabies to unvaccinated animals and persons. The Staunton Police Department is asking that every citizen ensure their pets are current on their rabies vaccinations. Both State law and City code require that domestic animals are vaccinated for rabies. If you have further questions about rabies prevention or treatment please contact the Health Department at 540.332.3870. If you have questions about State or City code pertaining to wildlife and domesticated animals please contact Staunton Animal Control at 540.332.3842.
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NEWS RELEASE On July 28, 2020 at approximately 10:45 pm the Staunton Police Department responded to the 400-blk of Richmond Avenue for the report of a traffic crash involving a 2016 Toyota Camry, driven by Nathan E. Langgle, 19, of Craigsville, VA and a 2007 Honda Element, driven by Dean A. Smith, 21, of Harrisonburg, VA . Langgle was pronounced deceased at approximately 11:25 pm. Smith was airlifted to the University of Virginia Medical Center with serious injuries. The preliminary investigation indicates that Langgle was driving westbound on Richmond Ave at a high rate of speed when he crossed the center line, striking Smith’s vehicle head-on in the eastbound lanes. No additional injuries were reported, and neither vehicle contained any passengers. The investigation into the crash continues.
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Update- Greenville Ave has been reopened but work crews remain on scene. Due to a significant water line break, all lanes of Greenville Avenue between Gay St. and Hampton St. will be closed until further notice. Please avoid the area.
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NEWS RELEASE Update- Marissa has been located and is safe. Thank you for your assistance. The City of Staunton Police Department is seeking information regarding the whereabouts of Marissa Ivonne Rivera, a juvenile that was reported missing on July 14th, 2020. Ms. Rivera is a 17 year old Hispanic female last seen wearing a navy blue crop top with “NASA” on it and a jeans style skirt. Anyone with information as to her location should contact the Staunton Police Department at 540-332-3842.