Deem began his law enforcement career with the Virginia Department of Corrections in 1996. While employed with D.O.C he worked nearly every assignment within the institution as an officer, field training officer, and a member of the strike force team. In 2006 Deem joined the ranks of the Covington Division of Police as a patrolman and attended the 47th entry level law enforcement class at Cardinal Criminal Justice Academy. During his time with Covington Deem achieved the rank of corporal, became a Field Training Officer, General Instructor, Defensive Tactics Instructor and many other specialty courses such as Reid Interview and Interrogation, Stalking Investigations, Police Cyclist, and much more. Deem also received the MADD award while employed at Covington. In 2011 Deem joined the ranks of the Alleghany County Sheriff’s Office as a patrol deputy. During his time with the Sheriff’s Office Deem received more specialized training such as Fire Arms Instructor, Glock Armorer, UPR instructor, Driving Instructor, Basic Swat School, armored vehicle rescue along with numerous other specialty school’s. Deem also received the MADD award at the Sheriff’s Office. In 2012 Deem attended basic k9 Detection Handler School for 13 weeks at the Virginia State Police Academy. Deem was a handler from 2012 - 2023 and had two different detection dogs Stitch and Lucky during that time. During his career at the Alleghany County Sheriff’s Office Deem has held the rank of Corporal, Sergeant, Lieutenant, and Captain. Deem is currently serving the department as the Patrol and Emergency Response Team Commander. 

540-965-1770 ext 103
Email: james.cronk@co.alleghany.va.us