Sheriff's Office

Warren County, VA - Press Release Warren County, VA- On July 26, 2018, the Warren County Sheriff’s Office Animal Control responded to a complaint in the area of 22 W Duck Street that a cat was chasing people and acting aggressively. Animal Control picked up the cat, which had been confined prior to arrival, and after consultation with the Health Department, the cat was quarantined at the Humane Society of Warren County. On July 28th, the Humane Society reported that the animal began showing obvious signs of rabies and was euthanized. On July 30th, Animal Control took the cat to the Health Department for testing. On August 9th, the Health Department confirmed the cat tested positive for rabies. At this time, there is no known human exposure involving this cat.

Signs and symptoms of rabies include, but are not limited to, un-coordination, staggering, disorientation, seizures, and excessive saliva. Animal Control would like to remind all citizens to vaccinate your animals. It is not only the law, but it may save your pet’s life. The Humane Society of Warren County and Petco are two of many places that offer monthly low cost rabies clinics. If you have any rabies or wildlife questions or concerns, please contact Warren County Sheriff’s Office Animal Control at 540-635-4128 or the Warren County Health Department at 540-635-3159. Additional resources can be found at https://www.cdc.gov/rabies/.

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August 9, 2018

Sheriff Daniel T. McEathron

Warren County, VA - Press Release Warren County, VA- The Warren County Sheriff’s Office would like to take this opportunity to remind drivers and pedestrians to be extra careful as the new school year begins. Students should be cautious when walking to and from school and bus stops. Drivers need to be vigilant as autumn approaches and the daylight hours shorten. Children will be out earlier in the mornings when visibility is diminished.

SAFETY TIPS - Pay special attention to all traffic signals and crossing guards - Plan a safe walking route to the school or bus stop. Choose the most direct route with the fewest street crossings and with intersections that have traffic controls - Arrive early for buses, stay out of the street, and wait for the bus to come to a complete stop before approaching the street. - Be watchful around schools and bus stops for children running into the street. - Watch for children entering the street behind buses or running to catch the bus. - When driving a child to school, don’t leave them until they are safely on school grounds. - Slow down when approaching children riding bicycles or walking near the street. - Watch your speed when entering school zones. ”

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August 7, 2018

Sheriff Daniel T. McEathron

Warren County, VA - Press Release Warren County, VA- Warren County Sheriff Daniel T. McEathron officially announces he will not be seeking a fifth term to office in the 2019 Election. “I have decided to announce this early to give those individuals that have met with me over the past couple months and expressed their interest in running for Sheriff in the 2019 election an opportunity to get out officially and meet with the citizens and earn their trust and vote over the next 16 months."

"I appreciate those that have been respectfully waiting until I announced my intentions to retire. It is an honor to serve as your Sheriff and I will continue to provide the highest level of professionalism and accountability that the citizens of Front Royal and Warren County have come to expect.”

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August 1, 2018

Sheriff Daniel T. McEathron

Warren County, VA - Press Release Warren County, VA- At approximately 0631hrs on 7-18-18, the Warren County Sheriff’s Office responded to the report of an armed robbery at 1651 McCoys Ford Road in Warren County. Units were advised that two subjects entered a residence and held the resident at gunpoint while taking an undisclosed amount of currency. The subjects then fled the area. The incident is currently under investigation and anyone with information related to this incident is asked to contact Investigator Knowles at 540-635-7100 or via email at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

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July 18, 2018

Major Mike Arnold