York-Poquoson Sheriff's Office

10/31/2026

UPDATE: 5:55 am She has been located and is back home.

MISSING PERSON – LINDA WRIGHT, AGE 72

The York-Poquoson Sheriff’s Office is asking for your help locating Linda Wright, who was last seen at approximately 6:30 p.m. in the 500 block of Leigh Road.

Linda uses a walker, but it was left behind at her home. It is believed that she left on foot as she does not have access to a vehicle. Her clothing description is unknown.

Residents in the area are asked to check their home security cameras for any footage that may show Linda or the direction she was traveling.

If you have seen Linda or have any information about her whereabouts, please call 911 or our tip line at 757-890-4999.

Please share to help us locate Linda.

10/30/2026

FROM INTERN TO DEPUTY: A Journey of Dedication and Determination!

Congratulations, Deputy Arianna Carrasquillo!

Please join us in congratulating Deputy Ariana Carrasquillo on successfully completing her field training and reaching this important milestone in her law enforcement career!

Arianna's journey with the York-Poquoson Sheriff's Office actually began while she was still in college, when she joined our team as an intern. After graduating, she decided to take the next step, applied to become a deputy, and was hired! She then successfully completed the 20-week law enforcement academy before beginning her field training.

From college intern to full-fledged deputy, it's been a pleasure watching Arianna grow and achieve her goals!

Congratulations, Deputy Carrasquillo! We are proud to have you as part of the YPSO family and look forward to watching you continue to grow in your career! 💙

10/30/2026

🚨 CRIME PREVENTION TIP: REPORT SUSPICIOUS ACTIVITY

See something that doesn't seem right? Don't ignore it! Reporting suspicious activity can help prevent crime and keep our community safe.

🎥 Watch our latest crime prevention video. Remember, if you see something, say something!

10/30/2026

Congratulations, Master Deputy Bill Ward!

Please join us in congratulating Bill Ward on his well-deserved promotion from Deputy First Class to Master Deputy!

Bill is a dedicated member of the York-Poquoson Sheriff's Office and also serves on our Crisis Negotiations Team, where communication, patience, and the ability to remain calm under pressure are essential.

We are proud of Bill's hard work, professionalism, and commitment to serving our community.

Congratulations, Master Deputy Ward! We wish you continued success.

10/30/2026

10/30/2026

Congratulations, Master Deputy Ashley Octaviano!

Please join us in congratulating Ashley Octaviano on her well-deserved promotion from Deputy First Class to Master Deputy!

Ashley is a dedicated member of our Sheriff's Office. She serves on our Emergency Response Team and as the handler for K9 Ghost. Together, they make a great team and play an important role in keeping our community safe.

We are proud of Ashley's hard work, dedication, and commitment to serving the citizens of York County and Poquoson.

Congratulations, Master Deputy Octaviano! We look forward to seeing your continued success! 💙

10/29/2026

🚔 NEW LOOK. SAME COMMITMENT TO OUR COMMUNITY! 🚔

You may start noticing a new look on the roads of York County and Poquoson!

We're excited to unveil the new graphics for our Sheriff's Office vehicles!

The updated design will be phased in as new vehicles are added to our fleet, so you'll continue to see both the current and new graphics on the road for some time.

While our vehicles may be getting a fresh look, one thing remains the same: our commitment to protecting and serving our community!

🎥 Check out our video for the big reveal!

What do you think of our new look? Let us know in the comments!

10/29/2026

A SIMPLE CALL. PEACE OF MIND.

The York-Poquoson Sheriff's Office is proud to introduce ConfirmOK, a FREE daily wellness check-in program designed to provide an extra layer of safety and peace of mind for seniors in our community.

How does it work?
It's simple! Participants select a time to receive a daily automated phone call. When the call comes in, they answer and follow a quick prompt to confirm they're OK.
If a participant does not respond, additional steps are taken to help make sure they are safe.

Why sign up?
• It's completely FREE!
• Works with a landline or cell phone.
• No special equipment or smartphone required.
• Takes less than a minute each day.
• Provides reassurance for participants and their loved ones.
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Whether you live alone or have a parent or loved one who does, ConfirmOK offers another way to help keep our community safe.

Learn more: https://keepitinyorkcounty.com/4807/ConfirmOK
Questions? Call 757-890-3639.

Because sometimes, one simple call can make all the difference.

10/29/2026

Update: 10:06 am - The roadway has opened back up.

Update: 8:38 am
TRAFFIC ALERT – HIT-AND-RUN INVESTIGATION

The York-Poquoson Sheriff's Office is currently investigating a hit-and-run crash involving a white van and a moped in the area of Alexander Lee Parkway and Stafford Court.

The male victim, who was operating the moped, was transported to a local hospital for treatment of his injuries. The latest information indicates that he is in stable condition.

Following the crash, the driver of the white van fled the scene. The driver stopped the van approximately half a mile from the crash site before fleeing the area on foot.

Deputies are actively searching for the driver of the van.

The roadway between Warwick Court and Stafford Court remains closed while deputies investigate. Motorists are asked to avoid the area and use Penniman Road as an alternate route.

We will provide additional updates as information becomes available.
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TRAFFIC ALERT – ROAD CLOSURE

The roadway between Warwick Court and Stafford Court is currently closed due to a traffic accident.

Motorists are asked to use Penniman Road as an alternate route and avoid the area until the roadway reopens.

Please use caution and allow extra travel time.

We will provide updates as they become available.

10/28/2026

🐾 K9 SARGE TO THE RESCUE! 🐾

Great teamwork and an incredible nose led to a successful outcome early this morning!

K9 Sarge and his partner, Deputy First Class Nick Levindoski, responded to assist James City County Police in locating an endangered missing person experiencing memory decline.

The individual was last seen on a residential Ring camera
and at approximately 4:45 a.m., K9 Sarge went to work! He tracked approximately ¾ of a mile, navigating through residential backyards and neighborhood streets before leading deputies to a backyard where the missing individual was located.

The individual had become stuck in a damaged fence while attempting to climb over it. Fortunately, he sustained only minor cuts and abrasions and was transported to a local hospital for further evaluation.

👏 Outstanding work by K9 Sarge, DFC Levindoski, and everyone involved in bringing this individual to safety!

Another reminder of the incredible work our K9 teams do and the difference they make in our communities! 💙🐾