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Mission Statement

The Tappahannock Police Department is committed to providing effective and professional law enforcement services to protect our citizens and enhance the quality of life in all communities within the town. This is to be accomplished through the cooperation and respect of our citizens, the police department's rigorous obedience to the Constitution of the United States, and the protection of the rights of all.

Values

Respect for the Dignity of all Those We Protect
Accountability and Responsibility
Fairness
Compassion
Uncompromising Integrity

Vision

Our vision is to be a trusted and respected leader in the law enforcement community by building strong partnerships with our community, proactively preventing crime, and upholding the highest standards of integrity and professionalism. We envision a department where transparency, accountability, and fairness foster public confidence and every community member feels safe, heard, and valued.

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Contact Us

Physical Address:
104 Commerce Road
Tappahannock, Virginia 22560

Office Hours:
Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 4:00 pm

Police Phone: (804) 443-3992
Emergency Phone: 911

Policing with Purpose: A Blueprint from the Six Pillars

Building Trust and Legitimacy
Technology and Social Media
Community Policing and Crime Prevention
Education and Training
Health and Wellness
Policy and Oversight

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Little Officers On Patrol (L.O.O.P) End of School Year Kickball Game

Little Officers On Patrol (L.O.O.P) End of School Year Kickball Game

River of Life Church Community Partnership

River of Life Church Community Partnership

Leadership Team Explore the Battlefield

Decision-Making, Communication, and Courage

Leadership Team Explore the Battlefield

Colonel Thomas Carter

Chief of Police
Phone: (804) 856-1144

Colonel Thomas Carter

Timothy Johnson

Captain

Timothy Johnson  Captain

A Smith

Office Manager

A Smith  Office Manager

O Martin

Sergeant

O Martin  Sergeant

S Maltese

Sergeant

S Maltese  Sergeant