Christiansburg Police Chief Ramsey to Retire

Christiansburg Police Chief David C. Ramsey announces plans to retire at the end of the year. Chief Ramsey has served as Chief since September 2023 with 26 years of total service to the Town of Christiansburg, VA and 31 total years of law enforcement service.

“Chief Ramsey has dedicated the majority of his life to Christiansburg, its residents, and visitors,” said Christiansburg mayor Mike Barber. “Our town is forever grateful to Chief Ramsey for his unwavering support, service, and selfless protection to our community. We also recognize and thank his family for their willingness to support Chief throughout his proud law enforcement career.”

Ramsey previously served as assistant chief of police for six years. Other positions he served include patrol officer, patrol sergeant, patrol lieutenant, professional standards lieutenant, and SWAT team commander.

“It has been an hoor and a privilege to serve as Christiansburg’s Police Chief,” said Ramsey. “Leaving is bittersweet as this job truly is a calling, but I could not be prouder of the men and women of the Christiansburg Police Department, the service we have provided, and the goals we have accomplished over the years. I firmly believe they represent the best of law enforcement and that they will continue to serve the community with honor and integrity. I have been blessed with a family that has always loved and supported me and not it’s time for me to devote my full attention to them. I am grateful for the opportunities that I have been afforded by the Town and this community and most importantly, the good Lord. May God continue to bless this community and the law enforcement officers that serve it,” said Ramsey.

A statement from the Town of Christiansburg reads:

He (Chief Ramsey) began his career in Christiansburg in May of 2000, and prior to that, worked for the Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office. Throughout his time in Christiansburg he has risen through the ranks, serving as a Patrol Officer, Patrol Sergeant, Patrol Lieutenant, Professional Standards Lieutenant, and SWAT Team Commander, before being appointed as a member of the agency’s Command Staff. As a Command Staff member, he was appointed to the role of Captain of Operations in 2009 and served in that capacity for eight years before his appointment as Assistant Chief.

Chief Ramsey has been essential to the growth and development of the police force, having developed and implemented numerous programs, policies and procedures. His most notable duties included serving as incident commander for major crimes and critical incidents, including serving as part of the incident command team for the April 16th shootings at Virginia Tech and the manhunt for William Morva.

He has also prioritized educational and training opportunities for his staff and is a proud graduate of the 261st Session of FBI National Academy.

We thank Chief Ramsey for his service and recognize his outstanding contributions to the Christiansburg Police department.