IW Sheriff’s Office, Animal Services units converge on home near Jones Creek Boat Ramp

Published 10:44 am Monday, June 16, 2025

A multi-unit enforcement presence has been reported in the vicinity of the 11500 block of Smiths Neck Road in Carrollton.

Master Deputy Alecia Paul, a spokeswoman for the Isle of Wight County Sheriff’s Office, confirmed at 10:22 a.m. on June 16 that multiple units were on-scene at the address but shared few details.

“This was a planned operation and the public does not need to be alarmed,” Paul said.

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The address corresponds to a residence near the Jones Creek Boat Ramp.

As of a few minutes after 11 a.m., an Animal Services vehicle and at least one deputy were still on-scene.

Editor’s note: This story was updated at 11:33 a.m. with additional details.

This is a developing story.