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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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***UPDATE**

ROAD IS NOW OPEN

Hazardous Weather Statement

Please be advised that there are multiple disabled vehicles on Rt 33 going across the mountain. Slick roads has traffic at a standstill. Please try to avoid the area at this time. VDOT is on scene and attempting to clear the roads.
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WHEN: This Saturday 12/7/2024

WHERE: Walmart Ruckersville

TIME: 7:00 am

REGISTERED FAMILIES ONLY!
Please be prompt.
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WHEN:  This Saturday 12/7/2024

WHERE:  Walmart Ruckersville

TIME: 7:00 am

REGISTERED FAMILIES ONLY!
Please be prompt.

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FYI: Saturday is the 7th. Don't want to confuse people.

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On behalf of Sheriff Smith and his agency, we wish everyone a safe and Happy Thanksgiving. God Bless you and your families and God Bless the United States of America. ... See MoreSee Less

On behalf of Sheriff Smith and his agency, we wish everyone a safe and Happy Thanksgiving. God Bless you and your families and God Bless the United States of America.

Unfortunately, we see these types of speed in Ruckersville daily. This occurred yesterday on Seminole Trail in the area of Luckstone Drive. The highest speed on Spotswood Trail yesterday was 93/55 in the area of Woodridge Subdivision. Both of these events are inexcusable and put others at extreme risk.
#speedkills
#operationc.a.r.e
#arrivealive
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Unfortunately, we see these types of speed in Ruckersville daily.  This occurred yesterday on Seminole Trail in the area of Luckstone Drive. The highest speed on Spotswood Trail yesterday was 93/55 in the area of Woodridge Subdivision.  Both of these events are inexcusable and put others at extreme risk.  
#speedkills
#operationc.a.r.e
#arrivealive

“It’s not a bus stop. It’s a MUST STOP!” Our children are worth more than a $250 citation. They are priceless. ... See MoreSee Less

With Virginians expected to hit the roads for the Thanksgiving holiday, and in many cases travel long distances, the Greene County Sheriff’s Office are increasing their presence on our highways and launching an awareness campaign to promote safe driving habits. The initiative coincides with the annual "Click It or Ticket" campaign and Mother's Against Drunk Driving's winter holidays DUI-prevention campaign. Starting Monday November 25, 2024 and continuing through Sunday, December 1, 2024, the Greene County Sheriff’s Office will be out in force as part of Operation C.A.R.E. (Crash Awareness and Reduction Effort). The increased presence aims to reduce traffic fatalities and accidents during the holiday period. Last Thanksgiving, half of the 11 traffic fatalities in Virginia involved people who were not wearing a seatbelt. ... See MoreSee Less

With Virginians expected to hit the roads for the Thanksgiving holiday, and in many cases travel long distances, the Greene County Sheriff’s Office are increasing their presence on our highways and launching an awareness campaign to promote safe driving habits. The initiative coincides with the annual Click It or Ticket campaign and Mothers Against Drunk Drivings winter holidays DUI-prevention campaign. Starting Monday November 25, 2024 and continuing through Sunday, December 1, 2024,  the Greene County Sheriff’s Office will be out in force as part of Operation C.A.R.E. (Crash Awareness and Reduction Effort). The increased presence aims to reduce traffic fatalities and accidents during the holiday period. Last Thanksgiving, half of the 11 traffic fatalities in Virginia involved people who were not wearing a seatbelt.

Our agency has already responded to numerous deer related crashes. Fall is mating season for deer, which makes them more active. They're more likely to pop out during the early morning or evening commute, so it's recommended to use your vehicle's high beams when you can and be extra vigilant during those times. ... See MoreSee Less

Our agency has already responded to numerous deer related crashes. Fall is mating season for deer, which makes them more active. Theyre more likely to pop out during the early morning or evening commute, so its recommended to use your vehicles high beams when you can and be extra vigilant during those times.

Special Attention Rt 33 Business!
The main water line has been struck by a contractor. The estimated time before water will be back on is approximately 6hrs.
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Special Attention Rt 33 Business!
The main water line has been struck by a contractor. The estimated time before water will be back on is approximately 6hrs.

Illegal Hunting

The Greene County Sheriff's Office launched an operation on Friday, November 22nd, in the area of Snow Mountain Road, following numerous complaints of illegal hunting activities, including shooting from the roadway, trespassing, and spotlighting. As a result of this operation, Benjamin Jenkins was charged under Virginia Code Section 18.2-286, which pertains to discharging a firearm from the roadway.

The Greene County Sheriff's Office encourages citizens to report any illegal hunting activities to the Sheriff's Office, as this poses a serious threat to public safety.
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Now y'all need to put that much energy in the catching the other crimes around green you kno that big operation

Why they delete my comment

Well we’ll we’ll A lot of effort into something that I’m pretty sure he was going to feed his family But when the kid that drove on Celt road was reported 100’s of times for speeding and running people off the road to murder But did absolutely nothing Good job Greene County!!!

Excellent!

Thank you.

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Congratulations Jonathan Sexton and Robert Sisk on graduating the Basic Law Enforcement Class 151. We look forward to having you as additions to our team. ... See MoreSee Less

Congratulations Jonathan Sexton and Robert Sisk on graduating the Basic Law Enforcement Class 151. We look forward to having you as additions to our team.

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Can you please make sure we are allowed to comments on all post? Just saw multiple posts that we are not allowed to comments!!

Congratulations man

Thank you for stepping up to serve.

Congratulations to both these young men!

Congratulations to both of you! Hard work has payed off!

Congratulations brothers!

Congratulations and prayers for safety

Congratulations guys!!

Congratulations guys. Appreciate your interest in service to your community!

Congratulations ! So very proud of you! 🩷

Congratulations... . 🤗. i have family that works at the station, welcome aboard!!!

Jonathan Sexton , I taught you how to tie your shoes in the Afterschool Program. I knew you were going to do great things. Thankful to both of you for your service .

Congratulations & thank you both for your service to Greene Co.

Congratulations!! 🎊 prayers for a safe & blessed career. 💙🖤

Congratulations and God bless!

Congratulations guys

Congratulations, Jonathan sexton .You look just like your father

Congratulations!!

Congratulations!

Congratulations 🎉🎉🎉

Congratulations guys welcome to greene

Congratulations!!

Congratulations!

Congratulations!

Congratulations Guys🎉‼️

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Please pay attention to the red lights that are flashing. These busses are carrying children. This driver must have been listening to the song “Mustang Sally”. Take the advice from the song and “slow your mustang down” ... See MoreSee Less

On behalf of the Greene County Sheriff’s Office, we would like to take a moment to recognize Firefly Broadband for going above and beyond to ensure our office operates at its highest capacity. Their commitment and support have been invaluable to us. ... See MoreSee Less

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Thank you for honoring us veterans I enjoyed my time in the military it was hell but it forged me into the man I am today.

Or as Capt Bonespurs calls it, national suckers and losers day.

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Enjoy your weekend and Slow Down.
#ArriveAlive
#DistractedDriving
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Enjoy your weekend and Slow Down. 
#ArriveAlive
#DistractedDriving

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Thank God for Waze 🤣🤣

Not really!!

because I let you? 🤣

Around the corner on Madison

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Thank you for patrolling thru Holly Hill Development ! Over 150 children walking around.

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PRESS RELEASE

October 31, 2024

TO: LOCAL MEDIA OUTLETS

FROM: GREENE COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE
10005 SPOTSWOOD TRAIL
STANARDSVILLE, VIRGINIA 22973
PHONE: 434-985-2222
FAX: 434-985-3373


This is an update to a previous press release from 10/19/2023.

On 6/10/24 in Greene County Circuit Court Ms. Flowers was indicted on three felony offenses in Grand Jury. Ms. Flowers was indicted on the following criminal offenses:
- 18.2-46.6 Possession, manufacture, or distribution of weapon of terrorism (Fentanyl)
- 18.2-248 Distribution of Schedule I or II (2 counts)

On 7/29/24 Ms. Flowers plead guilty to all three charges.

On 10/29/24 Ms. Flowers was sentenced as follows:
- On both counts of Distribution of Schedule I or II, 20 years with all but 3 years suspended on both.
- On weapon of terrorism (Fentanyl) 5 years with all but 2 years suspended.

Ms. Flowers will be confined in the Virginia Department of corrections for 8 years and upon her release be placed on supervised probation.



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The 3A Narcotics and Gang Task Force, in conjunction with the Greene County Sheriff’s Office Street Crimes Unit, has been conducting an investigation into the distribution of illegal narcotics (METHAMPHETAMINE and FENTANYL).

As a result of the investigation, on Oct. 18, 2023, a search warrant was executed at a residence located in Ruckersville VA. Pursuant to the search warrant several items were seized, to include suspected FENTANYL and METHAMPHETAMINE. Also, as a result of the investigation one person was arrested.

Georgia Joyce Flowers who is a resident of Ruckersville, age 49 was arrested on the following charges:

Two counts of Code of VA 18.2-248 Distribution of Schedule I or II (FENTANYL)

One count of Code of VA 18.2-46.6 Knowing and Intentionally distribute a weapon of terrorism (FENTANYL)

Georgia Flowers was held without bond and transported to Central Virginia Regional Jail.

This is an ongoing investigation and further charges are pending.

The 3A Narcotics and Gang Task Force is comprised of members of the Virginia State Police, Greene County Sheriff’s Office, Albemarle County Police Department, Nelson County Sheriff’s Office, and the Drug Enforcement Administration- Charlottesville post of duty.
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🚨Update: Subject in Custody🚨

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I think this needs to be looked into further. Maybe state police or further. If this case involves Greene county police employees they should not be involved in the process period.

There’s 2 sides to every story but seems to me the dispatcher started all this trying to mess with someone’s finance 🤷🏻‍♀️ I’d act the same way, if not worse. Sorry not sorry

These Greene County deputies think they are above the law. She is not the only person they have harassed .

Now this is funny.... There is always 2 sides to every story which im sure we aren't getting all of it. People act big but then play the victim...

This is insane

This girl likes to vedio people and record their conversations so without them even knowing so if the green county sheriff's officer's are doing what she says they doing where is her proof

Also people do say things out of anger etc and not mean a word I don't know her or the other people or situations and I won't judge her

This Tacky ASF cops always looking for somebody to do their job

Sad world we live in get the full story bf you start assuming shit!!

Wow. Come on Greene. This redic

It’s been a while since yall posted a FF post

How are you guys going to use the photo from the live she did explaining how she feels threatened by the police officers? lol. Weird.

Is this for real???

Don't let the innocent look fool you, a woman can kill with no afterthought, or remorse whatsoever, just like a man can.

🤔😂 went to high school with her never ever thought she would be like that but get it girl I kinda know ur history with guys, you go fuckin get it 😂

Is she a minor?

Sounds like Virginia State Police needs to get involved and investigate. Has the dispatcher been terminated?

Oh hell yeah get these scum off deez streets

I know this girl she can talk the shit but when shit goes goes down then you want to play the victim. How you engage yrs ago but has been broken up both of yall have been seening other people. I don't feel sorry for her sorry ass...I can tell you alot about that chick so if you want to know more inbox me or I can air out her dirty landury on fb...

Hilarious how she posted a video explaining what’s happening to her then here Greene county goes with the “jokes” . Fucking sad! Prayers for this young women! Do better GCPD. 🤬

I know this young lady but she's not the criminal here she's the victim. Known her since she was younger I know her dad I know where Mom and they're both amazing people who raised her quite well. I'm going to add her video she posted because you can hear the tone of where she's scared. So I don't think it's her trying to cause harm to anyone. www.facebook.com/share/v/5qQa5osfrK6SSX7F/

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We would like to thank all the attendees at the gun class on the evening of October 21st.

All of your non-perishable food donations have been delivered to the Food Bank.
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Thank you for hosting us! So happy I was able to make it, I learned a lot and will be putting out into use as soon as my permit arrives.

Excellent information in support of a great cause — what’s not to love? Thank you very much for this service to the community!

Thank you Sheriff Smith for your delivery this morning. Feeding Greene Inc-The Food Pantry of Greene County VA clients all appreciate the generous contributions from the entire community!

Sorry I missed it. Looking forward to making the next one.

When will y'all be having your next class?

Ditto on catching the next one.

Don’t know

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