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Norfolk Sheriff’s Office Captain Is First to Graduate From the FBI National Academy March 13, 2025
Inmate Death Investigation February 03, 2025
Norfolk Sheriff’s Office experiences security breach on internal network November 20, 2024
Norfolk Sheriff’s Office to Donate and Deliver Turkeys For Thanksgiving November 18, 2024
Contractor Arrested For Bringing Contraband Into Facility October 07, 2024
Inmate Death Investigation August 12, 2024
Norfolk Sheriff’s Office raising awareness to scam targeting citizens July 12, 2024
Norfolk Circuit Court receives multiple reports of someone masquerading as law clerk to extort money May 23, 2024
FBI issues report on rise in instances of "Elder Fraud" May 03, 2024
A scam artist got a surprise when they tried to defraud one of our own April 22, 2024
Are you considering using cryptocurrency? Be careful! Crypto-fraud is surging April 15, 2024
Looking for a rental? Bad actors may be trying to scam you March 26, 2024
Did you get a call or text about a suspicious purchase on Amazon? It’s a scam March 15, 2024
Former Inmate Tests Positive For Bacterial Meningitis March 14, 2024
Inmate Death Investigation March 08, 2024
Brazen scam uses spoofed Federal arrest warrant February 08, 2024
Sophisticated new scam targets major charities January 29, 2024
Norfolk Sheriff’s Office Hosts Book Drive January 24, 2024
Hospitals in Virginia report an alarming rise in THC ingestion in children because of copycat edibles January 16, 2024
Norfolk Sheriff’s Office to Deliver Christmas Meals December 18, 2023
Scam Warning December 15, 2023
With the normal uptick in deliveries during the holidays, the U.S. Postal Service warns about a scam called "Smishing." December 06, 2023
Media Advisory - Norfolk Sheriff’s Office To Donate Turkeys For Thanksgiving Holiday November 21, 2023
Norfolk Sheriff’s Office To Donate Turkeys For Thanksgiving November 17, 2023
Media Advisory - Norfolk Sheriff’s Office Celebrates 72nd Session Academy Graduation November 15, 2023
Norfolk Sheriff’s Office Celebrates 72nd Session Academy Graduation November 14, 2023
Postal Service warns about so-called "Brushing" scams October 30, 2023
Norfolk Police Department warns residents about Navy Federal scam September 29, 2023
Man convicted after he's caught placing a tracking device in a young girl's package of stickers September 27, 2023
Beware of job posting sites! Scammers are using fake ones to cheat you September 11, 2023
Text message circulating claims you have a package waiting - IT'S A SCAM! September 11, 2023
Be aware! This scam targets military members August 23, 2023
3rd Annual Camp Hope Norfolk To Be Held Next Week August 11, 2023
Norfolk Law Enforcement Agencies to Participate in the Law Enforcement Torch Run For Special Olympics June 06, 2023
Man impersonating law enforcement to scam Norfolk residents June 01, 2023
NSO Warns Of Moneypak Scam May 26, 2023
NSO Warns Of Moneypak Scam May 26, 2023
Pop-ups on your computer try to trick you into providing vital information May 12, 2023
Don't be fooled! That is NOT a NSO employee calling you... EVER! April 04, 2023
Norfolk Sheriff’s Deputy Disrupts Robbery In Progress April 03, 2023
Norfolk Sheriff’s Office Issues Scam Warning April 03, 2023
Norfolk Sheriff’s Deputy Administers Narcan To Save Citizen April 03, 2023
The top scams of 2022 February 23, 2023
Scammers appeal to parent's worst fears to try and trick them January 28, 2023
VFW warns vets about potential scams related to the PACT Act January 28, 2023
Norfolk Sheriff’s Office To Donate Turkeys For Christmas Holiday December 15, 2022
Norfolk Sheriff’s Office Donates Turkeys For Thanksgiving Holiday November 22, 2022
Norfolk Sheriff’s Office Hosts 70th Academy Graduation And Awards The First Ever Purple Heart November 17, 2022
Holidays bring more efforts by scammers to target veterans and servicemembers November 16, 2022
As cold weather approaches, be alert and prepared for energy-related scams November 09, 2022
NSO offers active shooter response training October 17, 2022
A successful scam, as told to our officer-in-charge October 17, 2022
Norfolk Sheriff’s Office Launches Social Media Campaign to Name New K-9 October 12, 2022
Man Pleads Guilty to Fraud Scheme Targeting Navy Servicemembers September 19, 2022
Another message from someone posing as a NSO employee trying to scam the recipient September 07, 2022
NSO Warns Public About Two Scams Reported by Residents August 25, 2022
NSO Warns Public About Two Scams Reported by Residents August 25, 2022
In-Custody Death Investigation August 18, 2022
2nd Annual Camp Hope Norfolk to be held next week August 11, 2022
Norfolk Sheriff's Deputy Shot August 05, 2022
Off-Duty Sheriff’s Deputy Injured in Shooting July 21, 2022
Social media scams are becoming more common - learn how they work July 13, 2022
Hear the message from an insidious new phone scam by someone posing as a NSO employee July 13, 2022
SCAM ALERT! Virginia residents getting scam calls from VSP “Trooper” or "Lieutenant." June 29, 2022
SCAM WARNING! Once again, someone posing as a Norfolk Sheriff's Office employee is targeting residents June 03, 2022
Norfolk Sheriff’s Office Hosts Hiring Event March 18, 2022
Be Alert! Business Owners Targeted in Dominion Energy Scam February 16, 2022
Norfolk Residents Targeted in GreenDot MoneyPak Scam Using NSO Employee Names December 01, 2021
Unsubstantiated COVID-19 treatment claims appear on social media platforms November 18, 2021
NSO K-9 Team Certified to Assist With Project Lifesaver Program October 29, 2021
Senior Services Warns Older Adults of Meals On Wheels Phone Scam October 29, 2021
Scammers are sending fake IRS emails about Economic Impact Payments October 28, 2021
PUBLIC SAFETY ALERT: Sharp Increase in Fake Prescription Pills Containing Fentanyl and Methamphetamine October 28, 2021
Our inmates get vaccinated against COVID-19 October 19, 2021
Norfolk Sheriff’s Office deputy named Deputy Sheriff of the Year September 15, 2021
Sheriff Baron Selected as Special Olympics Chairman September 10, 2021
Sheriff Baron Appointed to Opioid Abatement Authority September 09, 2021
SCAM WARNING! Someone posing as a Norfolk Sheriff's Office employee is trying to cheat you August 04, 2021
Masks Required in Norfolk Consolidated Courthouse July 31, 2021
Inmate Dies Following Medical Emergency June 25, 2021
NSO Hosts Mayor’s Cup Blood Drive June 07, 2021
Norfolk Sheriff's Office Holds Vaccine Clinic May 24, 2021
NSO Corporal Intercepts Narcotics During Routine Mail Screening April 16, 2021
FRAUD ALERT: Beware of COVID-19 Vaccination Fraud Attempts March 03, 2021
“Check or ‘X’”: Norfolk Sheriff’s Office acquires new tool to reduce spread of COVID-19 February 04, 2021
Making a difference: NSO establishes family emergency notification system for inmates January 26, 2021
FRAUD ALERT - Federal Agencies Warn of Emerging Fraud Schemes Related to COVID-19 Vaccines January 19, 2021
FRAUD ALERT - 01/06: Sheriff Joseph P. Baron is warning residents not to fall for a new phone scam involving the Norfolk Sheriff's Office January 06, 2021
FRAUD ALERT - 12/8: NSO Consumer Protection Unit issues two new fraud watches: December 08, 2020
Norfolk Sheriff’s Office Announces First Medication-Assisted Treatment Graduation October 28, 2020
FRAUD ALERT! Local Businesses Targeted in Services Scam May 26, 2020
UPDATE: Norfolk Sheriff Joe Baron to require COVID-19 testing of all employees and inmates April 24, 2020
First Norfolk City Jail inmate tests positive for COVID-19 April 23, 2020
Two incidents under review April 23, 2020
Four Norfolk Sheriff’s Office Deputies Test Positive For Covid-19 April 20, 2020
Norfolk Sheriff Joe Baron announces formation of new Consumer Protection Unit April 03, 2020
FBI Sees Rise in Fraud Schemes Related to the Coronavirus (COVID-19) Pandemic March 31, 2020
Scam Warning From Sentara Healthcare March 30, 2020
Public Advisory: Telephone Scam Warning Regarding Virginia Courts March 28, 2020
Federal and State Officials Launch Virginia Coronavirus Fraud Task Force March 26, 2020
Price gouging protections in effect as state of emergency declared over coronavirus March 13, 2020
Norfolk City Jail reaccredited by NCCHC February 18, 2020
Deputy Bice takes action that exemplifies our department's commitment to Public Safety, Public Service, and Public Trust February 14, 2020
Letter to the Editor of the Virginian Pilot from Sheriff Joe Baron regarding the NSO's rider agreement with ICE September 21, 2019
The Virginia Sheriff’s Association appoints Sheriff Joe Baron as Region X Director September 16, 2019
Norfolk Sheriff’s Office implements 6-Point Coronavirus Response Plan September 16, 2019
Norfolk City Jail receives perfect score on recent D.O.C. audit June 26, 2019
Inmate Death June 13, 2019
Sheriff Baron presents VSI Scholarships to two outstanding Norfolk residents June 06, 2019
Deputy Involved Shooting May 29, 2019
14 inmates graduate inaugural automotive training program May 14, 2019
Norfolk Sheriff’s Office warns of jury duty scam March 06, 2019
In-Custody Death January 15, 2019
NSO warns of new jury duty scam January 09, 2019
Norfolk Sheriff’s Office welcomes 24 new deputies November 15, 2018
NSO inmate art on display at Chrysler Museum "Beyond the Block" exhibit November 09, 2018
Gov. Ralph Northam Unveils New Priority Auto Training Center September 27, 2018
Norfolk Sheriff’s Office opens registration for Senior Fest 2018 September 05, 2018
Norfolk Sheriff’s Office Launches Social Media Campaign to Recruit High School Graduates August 21, 2018
Jury Duty Scam Targets Navy Sailor, Norfolk Sheriff warns July 05, 2018
AG Herring and Sheriff Baron warn of active DirecTV Scam March 09, 2018
Norfolk Sheriff's Office finishes internal investigation into inmate suicide February 09, 2018
Norfolk Sheriff's Office aligning with Military hiring age of 18 January 31, 2018
Regarding the unexpected death of NSO Corporal Gibran Barclift August 16, 2017
Norfolk City Jail Earns NCCHC Reaccreditation July 26, 2017
Norfolk Sheriff’s Office Implements First LGBT Liaison February 23, 2017
Official Letters Requesting Audit of the NSO February 13, 2017
Statement regarding the recent subpoena request from the U.S. Attorney's Office February 09, 2017
Details Regarding Oath of Office Ceremony for Joseph P. Baron January 30, 2017
Norfolk City Jail and Old Dominion University Launch Humanities Behind Bars January 19, 2017
Norfolk Sheriff Robert J. McCabe Announces Retirement in 2017 December 30, 2016
NSO Honors Longest Serving Employee for 40 Years of Service December 15, 2016
NSO Staff Delivers Meals for Thanksgiving Holiday November 15, 2016
57th Basic Academy Class Graduation & Guest Speaker Announcement November 15, 2016
NSO Statement Regarding Kareem Turner Sentencing Testimony September 15, 2016
Air Conditioning Issues/Repair Schedule at the NCJ September 14, 2016
IMPORTANT ALERT: Phone Scam Regarding Jury Duty February 07, 2016

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