Christiansburg Police Chief David C. Ramsey Announces Retirement

Roanoke Lynchburg, VA, October 15, 2026 —

Christiansburg Police Chief David C. Ramsey has announced that he will retire effective December 31. His departure will conclude 26 years of service with the town and 31 years in law enforcement.

The announcement identifies Ramsey’s retirement date and the length of his service, but does not provide further details about his career, the circumstances of his decision or his plans after leaving the police chief position.

No information was provided about who will succeed Ramsey, whether an interim chief will be appointed or how the town plans to manage the transition. The announcement also does not specify the year associated with the December 31 retirement date.

Ramsey’s retirement marks the end of his tenure as Christiansburg’s police chief after more than two decades with the town. His 31 years in law enforcement span a longer period than his 26 years of service in Christiansburg, but details about his work before joining the town were not included.

Further information about the leadership transition, Ramsey’s service or any related arrangements was not available in the announcement. The details provided establish the effective date of his retirement and the overall lengths of his town service and law enforcement career.

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