Brian Covington has been selected as the new Deputy Chief of Police of the Norfolk State University Police Department. Covington is a public safety professional with more than 23 years of law enforcement experience and recently served as the University’s Interim Deputy Chief of Police. He began his career as a public safety patrol officer … Continue reading
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Norfolk State names new police chief
After a national search, Norfolk State University administrators have selected Vincent M. Moore to serve as the new Chief of Police and Public Safety. Moore brings decades of leadership experience in federal law enforcement and the military. His expertise encompasses communications, crime prevention, counter-terrorism, crisis mitigation, disaster preparedness, emergency response, event security, hazardous materials, program … Continue reading
Virginia receives $2.7 million in federal funds for emergency management
~ 139 localities will receive funding ~ RICHMOND – Governor Terry McAuliffe announced today, Sept. 29, $2.7 million in new federal Local Emergency Management Performance Grants (LEMPG) to help localities plan and respond to emergencies in their areas. The Virginia Department of Emergency Management (VDEM) will administer funds, which are from the fiscal year 2017 Emergency … Continue reading
Electronic scam uses public safety as bait
NORFOLK, Va. (NPD) – Norfolk police detectives were recently alerted to a new electronic scam targeting the area and warn citizens to be careful when providing personal information to unknown sources. Several Norfolk citizens have received text messages, claiming to be from the Norfolk Fire Department. The text message reads “Norfolk Fire Dept. decided to … Continue reading
Arizona officials investigate 9 vehicle shootings
PHOENIX (AP) — Arizona authorities are investigating nine shootings of vehicles over the past two weeks on Phoenix-area freeways, heightening fears among law enforcement and drivers about whether a serial shooter is in their midst. The shootings frayed nerves among drivers last week when four cars were hit while driving along the main freeway in … Continue reading