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COMMUNITY SERVICE

During this reporting period, the Community Services
Division remained highly active across Richmond County,
participating in nearly 100 community activities focused on
safety, youth engagement, public education, and support.
Deputies hosted 12 Neighborhood Watch and Alliance
meetings in areas including Jamestown, Sand Hills, Eastview,
and Quail Hollow, and attended 15 community festivals and
civic events such as Arts in the Heart, YMCA events, town
halls, and neighborhood festivals.

Youth outreach remained a priority with 20+ school visits
and reading programs, along with participation in science
fairs and mentoring initiatives. The Division also supported
THE 12 safety-focused events including Fire Safety Week, CPR

training, SIDA badge classes, and AR-15 training, while
ADMINISTRATIVE deputies completed 10 professional development activities.

DIVISION Community support included 10 outreach events, such as
homeless initiatives, holiday meals, Kares 4 Kids Teddy Bear
Giveaways, and family assistance programs. Seasonal events
plays a vital role in the Richmond County Marshal’s Office, overseeing like Santa Fly-In, Trunk or Treat, and neighborhood Christmas
key functions such as Community Relations, Training, State Certification, parties further strengthened community relationships.
Background Investigations, and Internal Affairs. Overall, the Division made a measurable impact across
neighborhoods, schools, and organizations, reflecting the
Throughout the week, members of this division can be found actively engaging Marshal’s Office’s continued commitment to public safety and
with the community—whether reading to students in schools, leading firearm meaningful community engagement.
safety classes, or attending neighborhood meetings to address local concerns.
The division is also home to some of the area’s most skilled and experienced
law enforcement trainers. They provide instruction on mandatory in-service 2025 COMMUNITY SERVICE ACTIVITY ANALYSIS
training as well as advanced and specialized law enforcement topics, ensuring
COMMUNITY OUTREACH & ENGAGEMENT
the highest standards of professionalism within the agency. 12.11%
PUBLIC SAFETY AWARENESS & PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
12.11%
33.33%
Additionally, the Administrative Division is responsible for conducting pre- SENIOR & YOUTH ENGAGEMENT I EDUCATION
employment background investigations each year, along with handling Internal 20.22% COMMUNITY SUPPORT & WELLNESS
Affairs investigations as needed. Their dedication to training, oversight, and 22.22% HOLIDAY & SEASONAL ENGAGEMENT
community engagement helps uphold the integrity and effectiveness of the From February 1, 2025 - December 31, 2025
Marshal’s Office.

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