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Eddie Eagle comes to Lynchburg
The Lynchburg Sheriff’s Office and Lynchburg Project Lifesaver have teamed with Eddie Eagle to teach kids about Gun Safety.
Every year, thousands of children are able to learn how to avoid firearm accidents through The Eddie Eagle program with the friendly Eddie Eagle mascot and animated video, activity books, posters, and reward stickers to teach them how to stay safe.
Now Lynchburg Sheriff’s Deputy a.k.a. “Kinder Cop”, Corporal Margaret Younger, is visiting our local schools and other community events and learning centers to help spread Eddie Eagle’s message:
If you see a gun: STOP!
Don’t Touch
Leave the Area
Tell an Adult
To learn more about the Eddie Eagle program you can visit their website at www.nrahq.org/safety/eddie
To request the Lynchburg Sheriff’s Office to bring Eddie Eagle to your event, please contact Corporal Margaret Younger at 434-847-1301 or 434-546-6770
2nd Annual 2nd Chance Prom - Fundraiser
The Lynchburg Sheriff's office is hosting their 2nd Annual Second Chance Prom fundraiser to benefit Lynchburg Project Lifesaver, a life saving program serving the Lynchburg community.
This event will take place at Phase 2 Dining and Entertainment Club in Lynchburg, VA with music by America's Favorite Party Band, Casper. Photography will be available and special deals are provided by Day Inn, Lynchburg (see the event flier for details). This event is open to the public and will to be an evening you won't want to miss.
For more information on ticket sales, event times and what to expect view the Event Flier.
To learn more about Lynchburg Project Lifesaver click here to visit our web page
In Memory
William Mason Shumate, Sr.
1951 - 2009
The Lynchburg Sheriff's Office mournfully retires Badge 1219 in loving memory and honor of Senior Deputy Bill Shumate.
Sr. Deputy Shumate joined the Sheriff's office in 2005 and brought with him dedication and loyalty to both the Sheriff and the Community.
Bill also served his community by volunteering at the Concord Rescue Squad and the Fire Department.
Bill was born June 20, 1951 in Washington, D.C. During the Vietnam War, he proudly served his country in the U.S. Army, serving in the 101st Airborne Division as an elite sniper. Bill was an avid Civil War reenactor and was a member of the 11th Virginia Infantry Regt. acting as the unit surgeon and he was an active member of Calvary Chapel Lynchburg.
Bill was the loving husband of Rebecca "Becky" Shumate for more than 33 years. In addition to his wife, he is survived by eight children and 10 grandchildren.
Commendations
February 1, 2009
Sheriff Ron Gillispie with the Lynchburg Sheriff’s Office has announced several promotions. They include:
Sgt. Mark E. Lacy was promoted to the rank of first sergeant and has been with the Lynchburg Sheriff’s Office for fifteen years. 1st Sgt Lacy served four years in the United States Army and five years at the United States Consulate in
Cpl. Timothy White was promoted to the rank of sergeant and has been with the Lynchburg Sheriff’s Office for seven years. Prior to joining the Lynchburg Sheriff’s Office, Sgt. White was with the Blue Ridge Regional Jail Authority.
Sr. Deputy Margaret Younger was promoted to the rank of corporal and has been with the Lynchburg Sheriff’s Office for five years. Cpl. Younger was also recently recognized for her hard work and dedication with a reclassification to Master Deputy.
Sr. Deputy Wilfred Dorsett was promoted to the rank of corporal and has spent ten years in law enforcement. Cpl. Dorsett was also recently recognized for his hard work and dedication with a reclassification to Master Deputy.
Sr. Deputy Keith Sandidge has accepted the position of interoffice chaplain in addition to his regular duties. Deputy Sandidge is currently a Deacon at
Sheriff Ron Gillispie would also like to congratulate the following deputies on their recent retirement:
Corporal William Hutcherson retired
Corporal Samuel L. Guthrie,
Corporal Lawrence J. Bachman retired effective
Cathy Hall retired effective August 1, 2008 after fifteen years of dedicated administrative service with the Lynchburg Sheriff’s Office
Sheriff Gillispie Accepts Appointment
Sheriff Ronald L. Gillispie accepted the appointment as the Virginia State Coordinator for Project Lifesaver International. Chief Executive Officer Gene Saunders was on hand to make the presentation to Sheriff Gillispie. The State Coordinator assists Project Lifesaver International by providing trainers for new Virginia agencies that desire to implement the Project Lifesaver program to their individual communities. This provides these agencies certified training from a public safety agency in their state which enhances the programs effectiveness in delivery of the training and cost reduction.
The selection of State Coordinator is the highest recognition and endorsement that Project Lifesaver International can bestow on a member agency. Sheriff Gillispie stated that he gladly accepts this honor.