Jerry R  Townsend

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Jerry R. Townsend is from Prince Edward County. He has an associate's degree in applied science in administration of justice from Southside Community College. He is the loving and devoted husband to his wife, Michelle, and father to his daughter, Chelsie. He is a faithful member of New Bethel Baptist Church and an active member of the Diaconate Ministry.

Jerry is the Superintendent at Piedmont Regional Jail Authority. He previously worked as a Correctional Officer at Powhatan Correctional Center and held various positions within the Virginia Department of Corrections, including Assistant Warden and Superintendent at multiple facilities.

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Jerry is currently the Leigh District supervisor and chairman of the Prince Edward County Board of Supervisors. He was first elected in 2020 and has served one term. 

As of August 13, 2025, Jerry R  Townsend did not have a website or any information online.

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