Suffolk Sheriff's Office
Our number one goal is providing quality service to the citizens of Suffolk.
Sheriff Harris began his career as a Military Police Officer in the United States Army. After his honorable discharge, he was employed with the Chesapeake Bay Bridge Tunnel Police, and then he joined the Suffolk Police Department where he served as a patrolman and detective for over 17 years. After 10 years serving as a sheriff’s deputy and Chief Investigator with the Suffolk Commonwealth’s Attorney’s Office, he was appointed Chief Deputy of the Suffolk Sheriff’s Office. On January 1, 2017, Sheriff Harris was sworn in as the Sheriff of the City of Suffolk.
Sheriff Harris is vigorously involved in our community as a member of the Suffolk and McAlister Masonic Lodges, the Suffolk Fraternal Order of Police, the Virginia Sheriff’s Association, and the Police Association of Virginia. Sheriff Harris is an officer with the Suffolk Ruritan Club where is involved in fundraising efforts that support the club’s scholarship fund and veteran’s appreciation efforts.
He serves on the boards of the Suffolk Crime Line, the Western Tidewater Regional Jail, and the Virginia State Bar’s First District Disciplinary Committee. Sheriff Harris and the members of the Suffolk Sheriff’s Office are committed to being engaged in the community, to encourage new unions and enhance the current relationships within our great city.Sheriff's Office Staff
Major David Miles
Director of Security
Captain Robert Cain
Director of Administration and Accreditation
Lieutenant Nathaniel Goodwin
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CITIZENS INVITED TO SHARE IDEAS FOR CITY OF SUFFOLK COMPREHENSIVE PLAN
The City of Suffolk is updating their Comprehensive Plan and is seeking input from the community. The Comprehensive Plan is a long-range guide for land use, housing, transportation, parks and open space, economic development and more. Read on... -
ALL THREE RATING AGENCIES REAFFIRM SUFFOLK’S AAA STATUS
All three rating services have reaffirmed the City of Suffolk's AAA Rating. Read on... -
Resources for Reporting Train Concerns
Do you know how to report a blocked railroad crossing or voice your concern about the length of a train? Read on... -
City of Suffolk Program Guide: May - August 2022
The City of Suffolk Program Guide magazine features a multitude of family friendly events, programs, and activities and can be accessed at this link: www.suffolkva.us/programguide. Read on... -
Know Your Zone - Zone Evacuation Information
Evacuation zones designated A thorough D are in place across coastal Virginia. In the event of a storm or other emergency, residents of one or more zones may be directed to evacuate depending on tides, storm intensity, path, and other factors. Read on... -
Register for the City of Suffolk E-Newsletter
The City of Suffolk E-Newsletter is produced monthly and provides information on news and events from the Suffolk municipal government. Read on... -
City of Suffolk Media Releases
The City of Suffolk website contains media releases for the City, Suffolk Police, and Suffolk Fire & Rescue. Read on... -
CITY OFFICES MEMORIAL DAY CLOSING SCHEDULE
In observance of the Memorial Day holiday, Suffolk City offices will be closed Monday, May 30, 2022. Normal operations will resume Tuesday, May 31, 2022, at 8:30 a.m. Read on... -
JUNE 21, 2022 REPUBLICAN PRIMARY ELECTION
The upcoming Republican Primary Election will be held on Tuesday, June 21, 2022. Read on... -
REAL ESTATE TAX RELIEF PROGRAM
The Suffolk Department of Social Services is currently taking applications for the Real Estate Tax Relief Program for Senior Citizens or Disabled persons. The application period will start on January 1, 2022, and will run until June 30, 2022. Read on...