South Boston VA Police Department

06/14/2026

Folks, we’re pretty excited about this one.
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06/11/2026

Press Release - Shooting Investigation
June 11, 2026

06/08/2026

The South Boston Police Department is looking for the next generation of police officers to serve our community. Competitive benefits include insurance packages, college degree pay incentives, paid holidays, yearly raises, vacation and sick time accrual every month, and take home vehicles. New salary ranges starting July 1, 2026- $52,350 for uncertified officers and $55,350 for certified officers. Additionally, there are multiple overtime opportunities available.

Questions can be directed to Lieutenant Freddie Edmunds at (434) 575-7273 (M-F). Applications can be picked up in person or online at:

https://www.southboston.com/departments/police/employment_opportunities.php?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBExd2M3WlFuMUJUMVMxSHZzd3NydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR5W3Uibcl6DY-NzqyG6Wq7zkHad-J7sWy4Uf49Pip5kycQd2KXQiaH4yw48Iw_aem_SxCkFEWL3bMQ5AQX6A9uUg

06/01/2026

Michael Puckett in custody.

Michael Puckett has been apprehended in Surry County, Nc. Thank you to all neighboring law enforcement agencies and the entire community for your assistance in the capture.

05/31/2026

The FBI is offering a reward up to $50,000 for information to locate and capture Michael Timothy Puckett. This adds to the $10,000 already being offered by the U.S. Marshals Service for a combined reward up to $60,000.

FBI Richmond is assisting the Carroll County Sheriff's Office, U.S. Marshals, the Virginia State Police, and multiple local and state agencies in a manhunt for Puckett, who is facing an Aggravated Murder charge in Virginia.

Carroll County Sheriff's Office deputies responded to a welfare check at Puckett's home on Fancy Gap Highway on Friday at approximately 9:30 p.m. When they arrived and made contact, authorities said Puckett opened fire, shooting both deputies, killing one deputy and injuring the second. He then fled the scene.

We are asking the public to check surveillance video or trail/hunting camera images to assist in real-time tracking of the fugitive. We also ask home and business owners to lock your vehicles, close your garage doors, lock up your sheds and do not leave anything outside Puckett could use to assist him to elude capture. Call 911 if you see Puckett.

05/31/2026

Chief Ronald Edmonds and the entire South Boston Police Department wish to extend our congratulations to the Halifax County High School_HCPS_Virginia Class of 2026!

We hope you pursue your dreams and make the world a better place with every step you take in it.

05/30/2026

Our department mourns with the Carroll County Sheriff's Office and the family of Deputy Logan Utt, who was tragically killed in the line of duty last night.

In valor there is hope.

05/30/2026

Recently, our department participated in the U.S. 501 Highway Safety Project. This coordinated initiative brought together our department, Town of Halifax Police Department, Halifax County Sheriff's Office, and the Virginia State Police to focus on traffic enforcement through the most heavily traveled corridor in our town.

In addition to our town and county, this project extended into North Carolina where the North Carolina State Highway Patrol, Person County Sheriff's Office, and Roxboro Police Department worked together on there side of U.S. 501.

05/27/2026

HCHS Graduation is this Saturday! Please take a look at this post to familiarize yourself with important information, including parking instructions.

Good evening, Families of the Class of 2026,

As we eagerly prepare for the Class of 2026 Commencement Ceremony, we want to ensure that the day is a positive and memorable experience for all. To help make this possible, we ask for your cooperation and attention to important parking and security details.

Please note the following important information:

● A parking map for the 2026 Commencement Ceremony is attached on this post. Seniors will also receive this information via email.

● Arrival time: The high school doors will open to the public at 8:00 a.m. Please plan to arrive early.

● Security notice: Everyone will have to enter through the school’s Weapon Detector Units. No bags will be allowed. Please leave them in your vehicles.

● Student Parking: Graduating seniors will receive an orange parking pass granting access to designated student parking lots. Families are strongly encouraged to ride together to help minimize congestion.

● Accessible Parking: Available for vehicles displaying an accessible parking permit. Please follow the officer's directions.

● General Parking: All general parking will be accessible via Hwy 501 South Entrance of the Middle School. Law enforcement will be on-site to assist with traffic flow and parking.

● Shuttle buses will transport guests from the middle school’s bus parking lot to the high school if needed.

● Please note: No general parking will be allowed to enter the High School in front of the High School. Avoid this area to help reduce traffic congestion. Again, general parking will enter from Hwy 501.

We appreciate your support and understanding as we work together to create a safe, smooth, and celebratory event for our graduating seniors and their loved ones.