Newport News Sheriff's Office

Newport News Sheriff's Office Gabriel A. "Gabe" Morgan is serving his 6th term as sheriff. He & his staff of 220+ dedicated men & women are committed to making a difference in the community.

Posts on this page highlight our accomplishments & events in which we are involved. Correspondence with inmates can be done by mail and video visitation via Smart Communications. As of May 17, 2021, all inmate postal mail must be sent to the following address:

Smart Communications-Newport News Sheriff’s Office
Attention To: (insert INMATE NAME-ID NUMBER)
P.O. Box 9117
Seminole, FL 33775-9117

The Inmate Name and ID Number must be clearly PRINTED on the outside of the envelope or postcard to ensure the mail is posted to the correct amount. Mail without an inmate ID number and name will be "Returned to Sender." CLICK FOR COMPLETE DETAILS: https://nnsheriff.org/jail-information/inmate-communications/inmate-correspondence/

Video Visitation Hours:
Free video visitation kiosks are set up at the Adult Detention Center (Annex), located at 228 25th Street. Video visitation is available daily from 9 a.m. to 11 p.m. and must be prearranged through Securus by the outside visitor. Go to: https://securustech.online/ #/schedule-onsite-visit

You can also schedule at-home video visits for a fee.

Congratulations to NNSO's Sgt. A. Hodges and the National Polygraph Academy Class #37 who successfully completed the Ba...
06/23/2026

Congratulations to NNSO's Sgt. A. Hodges and the National Polygraph Academy Class #37 who successfully completed the Basic Polygraph Examiner Training Program at the Samarcand Training Academy in Jackson Springs, N.C.!

This 10-week, 400-hour program provides students with the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to professionally administer and defend polygraph examinations for law enforcement agencies in support of criminal and administrative investigations, as well as pre-employment and security examinations.

With this newly acquired expertise, Sgt. A. Hodges will play a vital role in enhancing the NNSO’s recruitment and pre-employment screening process while also providing valuable support to agency investigations.

Join us in congratulating Sgt. A. Hodges on this outstanding accomplishment! Photos courtesy of Samarcand Training Academy.

This Father's Day, the Newport News Sheriff's Office honors the fathers who serve our community and their families. Bala...
06/21/2026

This Father's Day, the Newport News Sheriff's Office honors the fathers who serve our community and their families. Balancing the demands of public service with the joys and responsibilities of fatherhood is no small feat — and we are proud to work alongside men who do both with integrity and love.

To every dad on Team NNSO and in our community: thank you. Happy Father's Day. 💙

Another incredible Shred Day in the books! We lost count after 350 vehicles — and that says everything about how much th...
06/18/2026

Another incredible Shred Day in the books!

We lost count after 350 vehicles — and that says everything about how much this community shows up. Our parking area filled twice over, and despite the summer heat, everyone was patient, gracious, and grateful. That means a lot to our team.

A heartfelt thank-you to our volunteers.

Protecting your identity starts with properly disposing of sensitive documents, and we're proud to offer this service completely free of charge. Thank you, Newport News.

Tomorrow we celebrate a defining moment in American history — Juneteenth Freedom Day — and we celebrate it alongside the...
06/18/2026

Tomorrow we celebrate a defining moment in American history — Juneteenth Freedom Day — and we celebrate it alongside the Newport News community we are honored to serve. May this day be one of joy, reflection, and togetherness.

In observance of the Juneteenth holiday, the Newport News Sheriff's office will be closed on Friday, June 19th. It will reopen on Monday, June 22nd at 8 a.m.

The City of Newport News United Honor Guard - Newport News Sheriff's Office Cpl. C. Cannady (brown uniform) and members ...
06/16/2026

The City of Newport News United Honor Guard - Newport News Sheriff's Office Cpl. C. Cannady (brown uniform) and members of the Newport News Police Department and Newport News Fire Department - raised the Juneteenth flag for the Juneteenth Raising of the Flag ceremony at the Jessie M. Rattley Municipal Center Plaza. The Juneteenth flag was raised alongside the city and state flags as a symbol of reflection and pride.

This year's theme, "Still We Rise: Voices of Freedom," honors the resilience, courage, and voices of those who advanced the cause of freedom while recognizing that the pursuit of liberty, justice, and opportunity continues today.

Explore all Juneteenth events happening across Newport News: https://www.nnva.gov/3117/Juneteenth-2026

06/13/2026

⚠️ UPDATE: Due to unforeseen circumstances, today’s Drive-Thru Shred Day will be ending early. We apologize for any inconvenience and thank you for your understanding. We hope to see you at a future event!

Today’s the day! Sheriff Gabe Morgan’s Drive-Thru Shred Day is happening at 8 AM at Todd Stadium (12465 Warwick Blvd., N...
06/13/2026

Today’s the day! Sheriff Gabe Morgan’s Drive-Thru Shred Day is happening at 8 AM at Todd Stadium (12465 Warwick Blvd., Newport News). We’re here until 11 a.m. — pull up, drop off your sensitive documents, and protect your identity for FREE. Don’t miss it!

The Newport News Sheriff’s Office joined law enforcement officers from Newport News Police Department and Hampton Police...
06/05/2026

The Newport News Sheriff’s Office joined law enforcement officers from Newport News Police Department and Hampton Police Department and participated in the Law Enforcement Torch Run® for Special Olympics Virginia. The "Flame of Hope" was passed from the Hampton Police Department to the Newport News Police Department at WaWa on Mercury Blvd. before making its way through Newport News to the NNPD headquarters on Jefferson Avenue. Our very own, Dep. B. Parham ran with his son in tow!

The Torch Run Final Leg, and the lighting of the cauldron to officially open the Special Olympics Virginia Summer Games in Richmond will happen tonight (June 5th)!

Community Resource Officer, Capt. K.L. Gross spoke to students in the Basic Dispatcher Academy about the NNSO's Project ...
06/03/2026

Community Resource Officer, Capt. K.L. Gross spoke to students in the Basic Dispatcher Academy about the NNSO's Project Lifesaver program. The academy is a rigorous 12-week, nearly 400-hour training program designed to prepare new public safety telecommunicators—better known as 9-1-1 dispatchers—for the critical role they play in emergency response.

Public safety telecommunicators are often the first point of contact during an emergency. Their calm demeanor, quick thinking, and dedication help ensure that emergency responders receive accurate information and that assistance is dispatched as quickly and effectively as possible when every second counts.

We appreciate their commitment to serving the community and their vital role in public safety!

This year, a dozen Newport News Sheriff's Office Deputies were proud to assist with traffic control for the 19th annual ...
05/28/2026

This year, a dozen Newport News Sheriff's Office Deputies were proud to assist with traffic control for the 19th annual Chick-fil-A 10K/5K, winding past the scenic Mariners' Museum and Lions Bridge for one of the Peninsula's most beloved Memorial Day weekend traditions.

Nineteen years of runners, walkers, families, and finish lines — and we were glad to play our part in keeping this marathon safe and running smoothly.

Here's to another great one. See you out there next year! 🏃

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