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March 12, 2021 DANVILLE, Va. – Officers with the Danville Police Department were recognized this week for service above and beyond the call of duty. Chief Scott C. Booth recognized several women and men for their outstanding service in 2020. He also recognized officers from partner agencies for their significant contribution to the local department’s crime reduction or community engagement efforts. In his closing remarks, Chief Booth said, “2020 was a remarkable year. I talk to many people in my travels and I tell them, do not underestimate the Danville Police Department. Then I back th...

Chief Scott C. Booth recognized several women and men of the Danville Police Department and for their exceptional service in 2020. Chief Booth also honored individuals from partner agencies for their significant contribution to the Department’s crime reduction or community engagement efforts.  In his closing remarks, Chief Booth said, “2020 was a remarkable year. I talk to many people in my travels and I tell them, do not underestimate the Danville Police Department. Then I back that up with our crime data showing 35 year lows. I show them what we have done in our community throu...

The Danville Police Department announced yesterday the promotion of 19 officers that will be effective January 1, 2021.   Chief Scott Booth promoted officers to the ranks of captain, lieutenant, sergeant and corporal in a ceremony held in the auditorium at the O. Trent Bonner Middle School. The department followed COVID protocols and used Zoom in order for family and friends to watch the ceremony.   During his remarks, Chief Booth reminded the new supervisors, “You are leaders in the department and the community; leaders make decisions, they treat people with compassion and show pe...