Sheriff Joe Baron is proud to announce that Captain Heather Richardson has successfully completed the FBI National Academy and graduated this morning as a member of the 293^rd Session.  Two-hundred and forty-four law enforcement leaders were celebrated during the graduation ceremony, which was held in Quantico, VA. Captain Richardson is the first person from the Norfolk Sheriff’s Office to attend the FBI National Academy.

Throughout the 10-week program, which began on January 4, 2025, Captain Richardson and her classmates received training in several areas of law enforcement including terrorism, forensic science, and law enforcement communication. Additionally, they completed weekly fitness challenges along with various enrichment and networking events.   

Captain Richardson joined the Norfolk Sheriff’s Office in 2004 and has more than 21 years of service. She was promoted to the rank of Captain in 2019 and currently serves as a Captain in the Norfolk City Jail and serves as the head of the Norfolk Sheriff’s Office Critical Incident Stress Management (CISM) Team.

As someone who believes in the power of good leadership and giving his team the tools they need to succeed, Sheriff Baron could not be more proud of Captain Richardson’s drive and determination throughout the past 10 weeks.

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