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Senior Alert Issued For Missing Alexandria Woman

Virginia State Police said the woman suffers from a cognitive impairment and her safety could be at risk.

Man Wanted in Pittsylvania County Arrested After Standoff in Campbell County

Authorities safely resolved the incident and took the subject into custody without incident.

Winchester Police Seek Woman on Felony Warrant

Crystal Godwin wanted for failure to appear on malicious wounding charge

Missing Fredericksburg Woman, 26, Last Seen On Feb. 23: Police

Authorities are searching for Morgan Leigh Painter, who was last seen near Augustine Avenue.

State Police Chase Ends in Norfolk Crash, Arrest

Suspect Maalik J. Robinson faces multiple charges after high-speed pursuit and collision.

Virginia Beach Police Arrest Armed Suspect After ShotSpotter Alert

Real-time technology helped officers locate and disarm a man after gunfire was detected early Sunday morning.

Charlottesville Schools and Police Begin Hiring School Resource Officers

New SROs will be placed at Charlottesville High School and Charlottesville Middle School starting in August.

Police Release Ex-Prince Andrew Without Charges

British authorities conclude investigation in Norfolk regarding allegations against the former royal.

Fredericksburg Appoints Interim Chief Mason As New Police Chief

Chief Betsy Mason, who has served the department since 2012, formally assumes the role after serving as interim chief since January 2026.

South Boston Police Respond to Online Allegations

Department says allegations were investigated but found unsubstantiated.

Danville Police Department Honors Officers for 2025 Achievements

Annual awards ceremony recognizes outstanding service and community impact

Man Charged After Shooting at Law Enforcement in Portsmouth

Charles R. Nichols III faces multiple felony charges after barricading himself in an apartment and firing at authorities.

55 New Recruits Graduate from Fairfax County Police Academy

Diverse class of new officers and deputy sheriffs ready to serve Northern Virginia communities

Richmond police defend Flock cameras as backlash grows

Local activists want the city to end its contract with Flock Safety, but police say the cameras help solve crimes.

Two Georgia Football Players Charged with Speeding

Linebackers Chris Cole and Darren Ikinnagbon arrested for traffic violations

9-Year-Old Pedestrian Injured in Lynchburg Vehicle Accident

Police investigating incident on Old Forest Road

Car Wedged Under RV in Nelson County Crash

VSP investigating Tuesday night incident on Route 29 near Lovingston

Man Alleges Unlawful Detention After 0.00 Breathalyzer

Court allows false imprisonment and unreasonable seizure claims to proceed against deputy sheriff

Sobriety Checkpoint Set For Feb. 19 In Prince William County

Police warn drivers to expect a checkpoint in Dumfries area on Thursday night.

Missing Danville Man Safely Located

Police thank public for assistance in search for 19-year-old Patrick Botkin.

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