ELECTION DAY · TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 3, 2026 · MIDDLESEX COUNTY, VIRGINIA
SCHOMBURG
FOR SHERIFF · MIDDLESEX COUNTY
Our Community

Our Community, Our Safety, Our Mission

From the waterfronts of Deltaville to the historic streets of Urbanna, from the farms along Route 33 to Saluda and Water View — Middlesex County is defined by neighbors who look out for one another.

A Partnership, Not a Transaction

A Sheriff’s Office That Reflects the Community It Serves

Kristen Schomburg believes the Sheriff’s Office should listen to residents, be present in the communities it protects, and treat public safety as a partnership between law enforcement and the citizens of Middlesex County.

This page exists to keep you informed, connected, and involved — whether you need a resource, want to share a concern, or are ready to help build a safer community.

Middlesex County at a Glance
11,000

Residents

130

Square miles of coastal landscape

135+

Miles of shoreline

2

Rivers — Rappahannock & Piankatank

Bordered by the Chesapeake Bay, the county’s geography, waterways, and dispersed population create unique public safety needs — making responsive, community-focused law enforcement essential to the quality of life that makes Middlesex home.

The Honest Assessment

Where We Stand — And Where We Can Do Better

Middlesex County is a safe place to live, and the men and women who serve here deserve our respect. But being safe today doesn’t mean we can’t be better prepared for tomorrow.

Response Times Across 130 Square Miles

With a limited number of deputies on shift at any given time, response times in rural areas can stretch longer than residents expect. Water View, Jamaica, and parts of Deltaville are often furthest from patrol coverage. Smart deployment and data-driven scheduling can give every corner of the county the attention it deserves.

A $1.3M Radio System Classified as Urgent

Reliable communication is the backbone of effective law enforcement. Kristen will work with county leadership to secure grants and state funding to modernize the public safety radio system without overburdening local taxpayers.

Drugs, Sexual Assault & Domestic Violence

Rural Virginia has not been spared the drug crisis, and residents have raised serious concerns about sexual assault and domestic violence. Meeting them takes both strong enforcement and partnership with victim-witness programs and healthcare providers.

Protecting Seniors and Children

With one of the region’s older median-age populations, Middlesex needs welfare checks, proactive outreach, and fraud-prevention education. Protecting children requires online safety education and coordinated partnerships with schools and families.

For detailed crime data, review the annual reports from the Virginia State Police, the Virginia Sheriffs’ Association, or the FBI Crime Data Explorer.

Community Resources

Where to Turn When You Need Help

Part of serving the community is making sure residents know where to go — in an emergency, for a court question, or when they are worried about a neighbor.

Emergency Services

  • Emergency: 911
  • Middlesex County Sheriff’s Office (Non-Emergency): (804) 758-2779
  • 2788 General Puller Highway, Saluda, VA 23149
  • Virginia State Police: (804) 609-5656

Courts & Legal

Reporting Tips & Concerns

Mental Health & Crisis

  • Middle Peninsula Northern Neck CSB: (804) 758-5314
  • Virginia Crisis Line (24/7): 988 — call or text
  • SAMHSA National Helpline: 1-800-662-4357

Victim & Family Services

  • Middlesex Victim/Witness Assistance: (804) 758-4330
  • VA Dept. of Social Services — Middlesex: (804) 758-2348
  • National Domestic Violence Hotline: 1-800-799-7233

Substance Use Support

Public Records & Government

Out in the County

Showing Up, Season After Season

A campaign is built one conversation at a time. These are a few of them — community cookouts, camp afternoons, and the places where Middlesex neighbors already gather.

Talking with neighbors at a community cookout.

Serving snow cones at the Back to School Bash.

Free snow cones for everyone in line.

Camp Piankatank in Hartfield, host of the Back to School Bash.

Back to School Bash — Saturday, August 8, 2026, 11:00am to 3:00pm at Camp Piankatank, 1586 Stampers Bay Road, Hartfield.

Get Involved

Building a Safer Middlesex County Takes All of Us

Upcoming Events

  • Community Meet & Greet
    Saluda
    DATE TBD
  • Waterview Meet & Greet
    Water View
    DATE TBD
  • Deltaville Town Hall
    Deltaville
    DATE TBD
  • Urbanna Community Walk
    Urbanna
    DATE TBD
  • Campaign Kickoff Event
    Location TBD
    DATE TBD

Check back often for new dates.

Ways You Can Help

  • Put a yard sign in your neighborhood
  • Knock doors, make phone calls, or represent Kristen at community events
  • Spread the word on social media
  • Host a small meet-and-greet
  • Donate to the campaign
  • Share your story about what public safety means to you
  • Write an endorsement statement for our website

A Sheriff’s Office That Works With You — Not Apart From You

Kristen Schomburg envisions a Middlesex County Sheriff’s Office that is accountable, transparent, and deeply connected to the people it serves. She’s not waiting until Election Day to start listening — she’s listening right now.