Twelve Deputies Graduate from Criminal Justice Academy

In December, ASO celebrated the graduation of 12 deputies in two separate classes at the Northern Virginia Criminal Justice Training Academy. On December 1, nine recruits graduated from Deputy School after completing 10 weeks of training focused on jail operations and court security. Then on December 15, three deputies graduated from Law Enforcement School following 20 weeks of criminal investigation, legal, patrol, and skills training. Deputy Washington received the Human Performance award for finishing first in physical fitness among male recruits. Deputies in both classes also successfully completed training in firearms, emergency vehicle operations, effective service to diverse communities, active bystandership, and other important areas.

ASO Celebrates Promotions of 11 Deputies

On December 9, the Sheriff’s Office recognized the accomplishments of 11 sworn deputies who earned promotions in 2025 during a formal recognition ceremony. The event was attended by the honorees’ family members and friends, as well as numerous colleagues. Members of the organizing committee announced each promotion, offering introductions and acknowledgments on behalf of the deputies. Many honorees expressed gratitude to current and retired supervisors and commanders who shaped their professional growth, and several also thanked their families for their unwavering support. Congratulations to all!

Holiday Outreach Highlights

Throughout December Sheriff Sean Casey and our team have been active in holiday events with our community and public safety partners, spreading joy while helping those in need. We marched in the Scottish Walk Christmas Parade, cooked at the Jefferson-Houston PTA Pancake Breakfast, helped kids select gifts at Shop with a Cop (at right), served holiday dinner for Casa Chirilagua, celebrated with our seniors at St. Martin de Porres and the Lee Center, let little ones Touch at Truck at First Christian Church, and took part in Del Ray’s tree and menorah lighting festivities. We shared gifts and joy with families by partnering with the Concerned Citizens Network of Alexandria and Landmark Church at Winterfest and the Virginia Theological Seminary, with ARHA at Santa’s Winter Wonderland, and with the Debra Deneise Smith Foundation at their Breakfast with Santa at the Departmental Progressive Club. We are especially grateful for the public’s support for Operation Elf, which provides gifts to dozens of families with a loved one in custody, and we’ll share a full update in January!

ASO Partners with Faith Community to Support Stronger Alexandria

While Sheriff Casey and ASO embrace the spirit of the season, we also embrace opportunities with our faith-based partners to build a healthier and more informed community. On December 6, Sheriff Casey joined Commonwealth’s Attorney Bryan Porter, Police Chief Tarrick McGuire, Magistrate Judge Alexis Stackhouse and others at Alfred Street Baptist Church’s Social Justice Ministry (at right) to discuss “Understanding the Criminal Justice System Process.” Educating the public and having conversations about the justice system are vital to safeguarding rights and strengthening our community. Then on December 11, Sheriff Casey participated in a community stakeholders’ breakfast at Saint Joseph Catholic Church for an ongoing discussion on advancing equity, particularly in mental health and social justice. We appreciate the Concerned Citizens Network of Alexandria’s investment in this critical area!