Mecklenburg County Sheriff's Office, Virginia

06/17/2026

The Mecklenburg County Sheriff’s Office is proud to provide the Project Lifesaver Program, a free service designed to help protect individuals who may wander due to Alzheimer’s, dementia, autism, or other cognitive conditions.

Our deputies regularly train and conduct monthly battery changes to ensure participants’ transmitters are functioning properly. These visits also give us an opportunity to build relationships with families and provide peace of mind to caregivers.

💙 If you have a loved one who may be at risk of wandering, Project Lifesaver may be able to help. Early intervention saves lives, and having a transmitter in place can significantly reduce search times and improve outcomes.

📞 If you’d like more information or think someone you care about could benefit from this program, please contact the Mecklenburg County Sheriff’s Office or send us a message. We’d be happy to answer your questions and discuss enrollment.

Together, we can help bring loved ones home safely.

06/16/2026

Southside Behavioral Health recently hosted its 23rd 40-hour Core Crisis Intervention Team (CIT) Training, bringing together participants from local law enforcement agencies, Sheriff’s Offices, Hospital Security, and the Meherrin River Regional Jail (MRRJ).

This class reflects ongoing collaboration between law enforcement and mental health professionals dedicated to improving crisis response across Southside Virginia. CIT instructors, representing both fields, provide education on mental health, de-escalation strategies, and community resources to help individuals in crisis access the care they need while diverting them from unnecessary involvement in the criminal justice system.

Congratulations to all members of our 23rd graduating class! The next CIT Training will be held in September.

For more information about CIT Training, please contact Wanda C. Brock, Clinical Training Coordinator/CIT Coordinator, at 434-572-6916 ext. 1564.

Class Photo (left to right):
Back Row: Deputy Declan Armstrong, HCSO; Sergeant Jamie King, MCSO & CIT Instructor; Deputy Jeremy Jones, CCSO; Agent Elijah Dennis, Steadfast Security; and Sergeant Tristian Roach, CCSO.
Front Row: Wanda C. Brock, Clinical Training Coordinator/CIT Coordinator, SBH; Officer Joshua Gulbronson, MRRJ; Deputy Jason Sponaugle, MCSO; Officer Kassidy Dyer, SBPD; Deputy Briana Brockenbury, HCSO; Officer Julio Alarcon, SHPD; Karen Johnson, HC911 and CIT Instructor; Jillian Walker, SBH; Makayla Bing, SBH and CIT Instructor; Sergeant Bailey Townsend and K9 Pol, BCSO.

06/10/2026

05/30/2026

The men and women of the Mecklenburg County Sheriff’s Office extend our deepest condolences to the family, friends, and fellow deputies of the Carroll County Sheriff’s Office following the tragic loss of one of their deputies in the line of duty.

Today, we join law enforcement agencies across the Commonwealth and the nation in mourning a hero who made the ultimate sacrifice while serving and protecting their community. We ask our citizens to keep the deputy’s family, loved ones, and the entire Carroll County Sheriff’s Office in your thoughts and prayers during this incredibly difficult time.

The law enforcement profession is built on service, sacrifice, and dedication to others. We honor this deputy’s commitment and courage, and we stand united with our brothers and sisters in Carroll County.

Please join us in praying for strength, comfort, and peace for all those affected by this heartbreaking loss.

05/30/2026

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

At approximately 9:26 p.m., the Carroll County Sheriff’s Office received a request from a family member to conduct a welfare check at 13658 Fancy Gap Highway.

Carroll County Sheriff’s Office deputies were dispatched to the residence. Upon arrival, two deputies made contact with a male subject identified as Michael Puckett. During the encounter, Puckett opened fire on the responding deputies. Deputies returned fire.

Both deputies were struck by gunfire. One deputy sustained fatal injuries and was pronounced deceased. The second deputy was struck in his ballistic vest and is currently receiving medical evaluation and is reported to be in stable condition.

Michael Puckett fled the scene and remains at large. A coordinated law enforcement search is currently underway.

Puckett should be considered armed and extremely dangerous. Anyone who sees him or has information regarding his whereabouts is urged not to approach him and to immediately call 911.

This remains an active and ongoing investigation. Additional information will be released as it becomes available.

Sheriff Kevin A. Kemp

05/28/2026

❗️COMMUNITY NOTICE❗️: DOOR-TO-DOOR SALES
The Mecklenburg County Sheriff’s Office would like to make citizens aware that Miguel Zorrilla will be going door to door in the county this summer selling educational books on behalf of Southwestern Advantage.
Mr. Zorrilla has a current county peddler's license and has been advised on safe operating practices. He has also been advised that he must follow any rules or restrictions in neighborhoods, subdivisions, or communities where solicitation is not permitted.
Mr. Zorrilla will be driving a 2010 gray Hyundai Elantra.
As always, residents are encouraged to contact the Sheriff’s Office if they observe suspicious activity or have concerns.

05/27/2026

⚠️ SCAM ALERT ⚠️

The Mecklenburg County Sheriff’s Office would like to make citizens aware of a growing scam known as a “Brushing Scam.”

Residents across the country have reported receiving unexpected packages containing inexpensive or random items they never ordered. While these packages may appear harmless, scammers often use your name and address to create fake online purchases and post fraudulent “verified buyer” reviews on shopping websites.

If you receive a package connected to a brushing scam,

-Do not scan QR codes or call phone numbers included in the package.

-Do not click links from follow-up texts or emails related to the shipment.

-Check your bank accounts, credit cards, email accounts,
and online shopping accounts for suspicious activity.

-Change passwords if you notice anything unusual.

-Report the incident to the retailer or delivery platform involved.

-Monitor your credit and personal information for possible identity misuse.

In most cases in the U.S., you are not required to return or pay for unordered merchandise. Many people simply keep or dispose of the item.

If you believe you may be the victim of fraud or identity theft, contact the Mecklenburg County Sheriff’s Office and report suspicious activity immediately.

05/27/2026

May 26, 2026

Effective immediately, the Mecklenburg County, Virginia burn ban has been lifted.

We appreciate everyone’s cooperation over the last several weeks while conditions remained extremely dry and hazardous.

Even though the burn ban has been lifted, conditions can still change quickly and outdoor burning should always be done safely and responsibly. Before burning, clear the area around the fire to help prevent it from spreading. In accordance with Virginia law, any fire located within 150 feet of dry grass, brush, woods, or other combustible material must be constantly attended by a competent person with adequate fire suppression equipment readily available. Fires should never be left unattended and must be completely extinguished before leaving the area.

Please remember that anyone responsible for starting a wildfire can be held liable for suppression costs and damages.

As always, use common sense, monitor weather conditions, and avoid burning on windy days.

Thank you again for helping us protect Mecklenburg County.