Virginia – Thanksgiving Crime Report: 1,123 Calls, 27 Arrested in Spotsylvania During Holidays

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Spotsylvania, VA – Spotsylvania County saw a busy holiday stretch as deputies responded to more than 1,100 service calls and made 27 arrests during the Thanksgiving break, according to the Spotsylvania Sheriff’s Office. The activity report covers Thursday, November 27 through Sunday, November 30, capturing one of the department’s highest-volume weekends of the season.

According to Major Delbert Myrick, deputies handled 1,123 calls across the four-day period. During that time, deputies arrested 27 individuals on a combined 63 charges. Among those arrested, seven were wanted suspects. Deputies also secured warrants for six additional individuals whose cases remain outstanding.

The Sheriff’s Office publicly recognized the dispatchers and deputies who worked extended hours throughout the holiday. While many residents were spending time with family and friends, officials said staff maintained full operations and provided uninterrupted emergency response support.

According to the department, the high call volume included a wide range of service needs, from routine assistance to more urgent calls requiring immediate police response. Sheriff’s Office leadership emphasized that deputies’ professionalism and commitment ensure countywide safety “no matter the day or hour.”

Officials also encouraged residents to continue reporting information that may assist ongoing investigations. Tip lines remain open for phone and online submissions, including the P3Tips mobile app.

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