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10/31/2026

👻🐾 BOO! Did we scare you?! 🎃🚔

K9 Sansa is trading in her badge for a boo-tiful disguise this Halloween! 🐕‍🦺👻

She may look a little spook-tacular, but don’t worry… the only thing she’s tracking down tonight is treats! 🦴🍬

The Amelia County Sheriff’s Office wishes everyone a SAFE and HAPPY HALLOWEEN! 🎃

As you head out for a night of tricks and treats, remember to slow down, watch for little ghosts and goblins crossing the streets, and keep an eye out for pedestrians!

Stay safe, have fun, and remember… even the ghosts are on patrol tonight! 👻🚔💙

10/30/2026

MEDIA RELEASE

On October 29, 2026, around 8:45 p.m. the Amelia Sheriff’s Office received a call that shots were fired in the 5800 block of West Creek Rd. Deputies responded and made contact with those involved. After an investigation, two suspects were arrested. First suspect Eric K. Watley, of Amelia, was charged with: Felony Malicious Shoot or Throw Missile in/at Occupied Building; Felony Fi***rm: Shoot from Vehicles; Misdemeanor Obstruct/Resist w/o Threats/Force; Misdemeanor Assault; Summons Weapon: Shoot Across Road or Street. Second suspect Tina A. Shipley, of Amelia, was charged with Felony Burglary at night to commit felony, armed; Misdemeanor Monument Intentional Damage and Misdemeanor DWI 1st off. Both suspects were transported to Piedmont Regional Jail. The investigation is still ongoing and anyone with information about this incident is asked to call the Amelia County Sheriff’s Office at 804-561-2118 or anonymously at Crimesolvers, 804-561-5200

10/28/2026

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10/15/2026

The Amelia County Sheriff’s Office is ending the use of Flock Safety automated license plate recognition (ALPR) cameras, effective immediately.

While ALPR technology is a highly effective law enforcement tool and our office has found no instances of improper use by personnel, we have carefully weighed its operational benefits against concerns regarding data access, retention, and privacy. At this time, the decision has been made to terminate our agreement. The cameras will physically remain in place until Flock Safety personnel remove them, but they will no longer be operational.”

09/25/2026

Wonderful news.
She has been found safe.

A CODI Alert has been issued for 2-year-old Bridget Maeve Zeigler. She was last seen on Hidden Valley Road in Cumberland County, Va. at around 6:00 p.m. on Sept. 24. and is believed to be on foot.

Bridget is 2' tall, weighs around 30 lbs., and has brown hair and blue eyes. She was last seen wearing an orange dress, a blue coat and white sneakers.

Anyone with information is asked to call 804-492-4120.

09/25/2026

09/15/2026

🚨 TRAFFIC ALERT 🚨

Deputies and emergency personnel are currently on scene of a traffic incident at the intersection of Namozine Road and Military Road.

Motorists should avoid the area if possible and expect traffic delays while crews work the scene. Please use caution, slow down, and allow emergency personnel room to work safely.

09/14/2026

TRAFFIC ALERT: 360 WEST BOUND IS SHUT DOWN AT 153 DUE TO A LOGGING TRUCK LOOSING IT'S LOAD. TRAFFIC IS BEING REROUTED DOWN 153 TO BUTLERS RD.

09/08/2026

Comcast is down therefore, the office lines are down.
9-1-1 lines are still working .

08/17/2026

🚨 SCAM ALERT PLEASE SHARE! 🚨

The Amelia County Sheriff’s Office has been made aware of a phone scam targeting citizens in our community.

Scammers are calling and pretending to be with the Sheriff’s Office, telling citizens they have missed jury duty and now owe a fine or fee. They may threaten that a warrant will be issued for your arrest if you do not pay immediately.
⚠️ THIS IS A SCAM‼️

The Amelia County Sheriff’s Office will NEVER call you and demand money over the phone to avoid arrest or a warrant.
If you receive one of these calls:
● Do not provide personal or financial information.
● Do not send money, gift cards, cryptocurrency, or any other form of payment.
● Hang up and contact the Sheriff’s Office directly if you are unsure whether a call is legitimate.

These scammers can be very convincing and may even make the caller ID appear legitimate.
Please share this post, and make sure your family members especially elderly relatives and neighbors are aware of this scam.

When in doubt, hang up and call us directly.

Address

16441 Court St, Amelia Court
House, VA
23002

Website

http://www.ameliacova.com/your_government/sheriff.php

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