New Kent Charles City Chronicle

News for New Kent County and Charles City County, Virginia | May 21, 2026

Branko and Deputy Townsend

By Andre Jones | January 26, 2023 10:12 pm

New Kent Sheriff’s Office K9 officer Branko received a protective vest from Vested Interest, a non-profit organization that donates protective gear to K9 officers. The body armor will be used to prevent bullet and stab wounds. Assisting Branko as he receives his vest is New Kent Deputy Ethan Townsend.