Charlottesville Living - Sean Reeves

From Army Boots to Police Chief: The Story of Sean Reeves | Charlottesville Living

In this inspiring and down-to-earth episode, we sit down with Sean Reeves, the Chief of Police for Albemarle County, to hear his incredible journey—from growing up in Houston, joining the military, and falling in love with Virginia, to becoming the first internally promoted police chief in county history.

We dive into topics that matter:

His early Army days and transition to policing
The growth and challenges of Albemarle County
Community engagement, school programs & youth outreach
Mental health, officer wellness, and the future of law enforcement
Plus a few fun surprises—like his zombie apocalypse survival plan and which food he’d ban from existence (spoiler: tofu fans may want to sit down)
🎙️ This interview is part of our Four Corners series—highlighting the real people, leaders, makers, and places that make Charlottesville and Albemarle County such a unique place to live, work, and thrive.

Whether you're new to the Charlottesville area or a lifelong local, this episode shows what real leadership looks like—and why our community is lucky to have him.

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Resources Mentioned:
➡️ Albemarle County Police Department Annual Report: albemarle.org/police