The Mission of the Virginia Beach Police Department's Special Operations Bureau is to provide for a safe community and improve the quality of life for all people within city boundaries. In support of the mission of the Virginia Beach Police Department and the Operations Division, we will enforce the law with equity and impartiality by conducting thorough investigations of traffic collisions, enforcing traffic laws to enhance highway safety by utilizing traffic accident statistical data, assist the Operations commands in reducing crime through the deployment of specialty resources during planned and directed patrols, provide trained personnel and specialized equipment to address tactical situations beyond the patrol officers capabilities. Special Operations will provide quality police services by responding to requests from the community, cooperating with other public service agencies to enhance the effectiveness of collective service delivery, and prioritizing effort, resources and mission accomplishment based on the needs of the entire city. Special Operations will accomplish this mission by implementing operational, administrative, and logistical processes designed to achieve specific and measurable goals in accordance with our core values.

You can contact the Special Operations Bureau by using the E-Mail Contact Form. Select "Special Operations Captain" under the "To:" Field to have the e-mail directed to Special Operations.