Wise, Virginia is located in the Southwestern portion of the Commonwealth of Virginia with an elavation of 2685 feet.
When a new county was established in Southwest Virginia in 1856, it was named for Henry A. Wise, who had just become Governor of Virginia. The name of the county seat would evolve from Big Glades to Gladesville to Gladeville, when it was officially incorporated in 1874. Lying on the main road from the Union state of Kentucky to the vital railroad through Abingdon, it was the site of constant conflict during the Civil War.”
The Town of Wise Police Department prides itself on offering the citizens of this community a service of professionalism from well trained, well equipped police officers. Before hiring officers to fill vacant employee positions, a police entrance exam is required along with physical agility testing. An oral panel comprised of local business people and police officers conducts interviews with the candidates. An extensive background investigation is conducted, as well as a physical and psychiatric testing. This is to assure that the citizens of this community will be served and protected to the best of our ability. Once hired, all Officers are encouraged to further their education and knowledge of the law enforcement field through training provided by the Virginia Department of Criminal Justice Services. Our ultimate goal is to provide this community and the people who visit it, protection and service through professional policing. It is our honor to serve this community, and we look forward to continuing to do so in the years to come.
