Welcome to the Greene County Sheriff’s Office website! Sheriff Steven S. Smith has proudly served as Sheriff of Greene County since January 1, 2012. Under his leadership, the Greene County Sheriff’s Office has developed into an innovative law enforcement agency with the latest technology, education and training. The office is constantly modernizing to stay up to date with the latest developments in law enforcement.
Sheriff Steven Smith continues his movement on “Putting Citizens First” by implementing cost-effective programs beneficial to citizens; also, to identify what works and what doesn’t, to continually improve local law enforcement, criminal justice, and public safety.
The Greene County Sheriff’s Office is comprised of dedicated individuals sharing the vision of the Sheriff, and who perform as a team to accomplish set goals and objectives. We are a community policing agency and are very pro-active, offering various community based programs.
We invite you to explore our website to learn more about how we serve Greene County, and how you can help us to serve you even better.
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When this happens, it's usually because the owner only shared it with a small group of people, changed who can see it or it's been deleted.We attended the GOP Pig Roast today hosted by the Greene County Republican Committee at October Hill in Stanardsville.
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We are pleased to announce our next Handgun Safety/Concealed Carry Class.
*****No registration necessary*****
Please see the attached flyer for information on signing up for Shop With A Cop this Friday, September 26 and Saturday, September 27 at the American Legion Hall in Stanardsville.
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When this happens, it's usually because the owner only shared it with a small group of people, changed who can see it or it's been deleted.This female was captured on a Ring camera in the Terrace Greene Apartments area. She appears to have been attempting to enter an apartment with ill intentions. If you can identify her, please contact Captain Brian Shifflett at the Greene County Sheriff’s Office at (434) 985-2222. Thank you for your assistance.
It should never be difficult to stop for school buses and keep our children safe. Their safety depends on all of us paying attention and following the law. We must do better.
Sheriff Smith and the Greene County Sheriffs Office would like to thank all the women that sacrfice to keep the Country safe every day ! A special heartfelt thanks to all the amazing women in our Sheriffs Office that are dedicated to keeping our county and citizens safe daily ! You are appreciated!
Last but definitely not least we would like to thank Investigator Batten for his amazing performance of the National Anthem !!!
Our September Sheriff's Spotlight is Gary Carpenter! Gary is Greene County's 911 Operations Manager, tune in to learn more!
On September 8, 2025, Deputy A. Shifflett was conducting stationary radar enforcement in the area of Spotswood Trail and Celt Road. He observed a 2024 Mustang traveling 122 mph in a clearly posted 55 mph zone.
In Greene County, such reckless speeds will not be tolerated. The Sheriff’s Office remains committed to the safety of our citizens, and this offense will be prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law.
LOCAL MEDIA OUTLETS
FROM: GREENE COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE
10005 SPOTSWOOD TRAIL
STANARDSVILLE, VIRGINIA 22973
PHONE: 434-985-2222 FAX: 434-985-3373
On Sunday night 8/24/25 the Greene County Sheriff’s Office Investigation Division received a report of sexual abuse involving a juvenile. After an investigation, on Thursday 8/28/25, warrants were obtained for Anthony Wayne Ryder. Mr. Ryder was charged with the following offense:
18.2-67.3 Aggravated sexual battery with a child between 13 – 17 years of age.
Mr. Ryder is currently being held at the Central Virginia Regional Jail without bond. He will have a first appearance in Greene County District Court on 9/3/25 at 8:30am.
All parents are strongly urged to have a conversation with their children. Anyone with information regarding this case or any other related offenses is encouraged to contact Captain Kevin Freid (434)566-2813. All information will be kept confidential, and your assistance is greatly appreciated as we work to ensure the safety of our community.
Please join us this Saturday to meet some of the amazing women at the Sheriff's Office! The Community Engagement Team would love to see you.
Kristen Allen
Traffic crash reported in the area of 8899 seminole Trail. Expect delays—only one lane is currently open.
Our community engagement team has been staying busy! Today we had the honor of escorting the Buffalo Soldiers as they traveled through our county. This amazing motorcycle group gives back so much to the community, and we are truly grateful for all they do each and every day.
