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CHRISTIANSBURG POLICE DEPARTMENT


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Final co-conspirator sentenced in Virginia gun store heist

Read full article: Final co-conspirator sentenced in Virginia gun store heist

The investigation involved multiple agencies, including the ATF, U.S. Marshals Service, Radford Police Department, Montgomery County Sheriffโ€™s Office, and others.

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National Night Out events in Central, Southwest Virginia

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National Night Out takes place on Tuesday, August 5! Plenty of law enforcement agencies in the area will be participating, meeting with communities, and hosting events.

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Christiansburg police seek public assistance in larceny case at Southern Team Nissan

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The Christiansburg Police Department is asking for the communityโ€™s assistance in solving a larceny that occurred early on June 15, 2025, at Southern Team Nissan, located at 2130 North Franklin Street.

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Suspect shoots self after police arrive at domestic incident in Christiansburg

Read full article: Suspect shoots self after police arrive at domestic incident in Christiansburg

A man shot himself following the arrival of police officers to the scene of a domestic incident in Christiansburg on Friday night, Christiansburg Police Department said.

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One arrested after Christiansburg bank robbery

Read full article: One arrested after Christiansburg bank robbery

A man is arrested after robbing a Truist Bank in Christiansburg Thursday morning, Christiansburg Police Department said.

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Two charged in connection with death of 2-year-old in Christiansburg

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Two people were charged in connection with the death of a 2-year-old girl in Christiansburg, according to the Christiansburg Police Department.

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Falling Branch Elementary in Christiansburg shelters in place Monday morning due to police activity

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Falling Branch Elementary in Christiansburg issued a shelter-in-place Monday morning due to police activity in the area, away from the school, according to the schoolโ€™s principal, Ann Mitchell.

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Blacksburg man arrested after authorities seize over $237k in drugs during investigation

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A Blacksburg man was arrested after authorities seized over $237,000 of illicit drugs during a narcotics trafficking investigation.

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North Carolina 18-year-old arrested in Christiansburg after allegedly kidnapping teen at knifepoint

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A North Carolina 18-year-old was arrested in Christiansburg after kidnapping a 17-year-old girl, traveling to Virginia, and then fleeing from police on Interstate 81, according to the Christiansburg Police Department.

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New Christiansburg police chief to start Sept. 1

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Former Christiansburg Assistant Police Chief Chris Ramsey has been named the new police chief of the town.

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Christiansburg Police warn of scammers impersonating officers over the phone

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The Christiansburg Police Department is warning the community to beware of scammers impersonating both the Christiansburg Police Department and the Montgomery County Sheriffโ€™s Office.

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86-year-old man reported missing out of Christiansburg

Read full article: 86-year-old man reported missing out of Christiansburg

The Christiansburg Police Department is seeking public help in locating a missing elderly man.

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K-9 calendars for a cause: Christiansburg Police Department raises money with their furry friends

Read full article: K-9 calendars for a cause: Christiansburg Police Department raises money with their furry friends

K-9 calendars can be bought at the Christiansburg Police Department.

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Christiansburg Police honor officer killed in 1994 in the line of duty

Read full article: Christiansburg Police honor officer killed in 1994 in the line of duty

The Christiansburg Police Department came together with surrounding agencies to honor a fallen officer on Friday.

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Thieves break into cars parked at gyms across Blacksburg and Christiansburg

Read full article: Thieves break into cars parked at gyms across Blacksburg and Christiansburg

Heading to the gym? Double and triple-check that thereโ€™s nothing valuable left behind in your car.

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Officer shoots non-compliant man who held woman at knife-point in Christiansburg, investigators say

Read full article: Officer shoots non-compliant man who held woman at knife-point in Christiansburg, investigators say

A woman is in the hospital after a man held her at knifepoint on Saturday night, according to the Christiansburg Police Department.

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Police shut down 3 Christiansburg massage parlors, make 5 arrests as part of undercover operation

Read full article: Police shut down 3 Christiansburg massage parlors, make 5 arrests as part of undercover operation

An undercover operation by the Christiansburg Police Department netted five arrests and resulted in the closure of three massage parlors within town limits.

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Two cases dropped after witnesses lie about Christiansburg police impersonation, police say

Read full article: Two cases dropped after witnesses lie about Christiansburg police impersonation, police say

Two police impersonation cases have been dropped by the Christiansburg Police Department Tuesday.

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Another person pulled over by man impersonating an officer in Christiansburg, police say

Read full article: Another person pulled over by man impersonating an officer in Christiansburg, police say

The Christiansburg Police Department is urging people to be cautious when approached by an unmarked car.

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Woman pulled over by man impersonating an officer in Christiansburg, police say

Read full article: Woman pulled over by man impersonating an officer in Christiansburg, police say

CHRISTIANSBURG, Va. โ€“ The Christiansburg Police Department is warning people to be cautious if pulled over by an unmarked car. On March 17 at 6:30 p.m., a man pretending to be a police officer pulled a woman over in front of the Tractor Supply on Roanoke Street in Christiansburg, according to police. Heโ€™s approximately 5 feet, 8 inches tall and had on aviator sunglasses, a light black short sleeve uniform shirt and black cargo pants, according to authorities. Police said that if you are pulled over by an unmarked car that you can call 911 to confirm that itโ€™s a legitimate traffic stop. Anyone with information or anyone who may have witnessed the event is being asked to contact Detective Cannon with the Christiansburg Police Department at 540-382-3131.

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Man facing felony charges after barricading himself inside Christiansburg home for 2.5 hours

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CHRISTIANSBURG, Va. โ€“ A Christiansburg man is facing felony charges for a domestic assault incident that led to him barricading himself inside a home for more than two hours on Monday night, according to the Christiansburg Police Department. Officers say when they responded, they found a woman outside of a home in the 1900 block of Ridinger Street with visible head injuries. According to police, officers say a man inside the home. Authorities say he then closed the door and went deeper into the house. The emergency response team and crisis negotiators with the Christiansburg Police Department responded to the scene, and authorities say negotiators were able to get the man to surrender after around two and a half hours, around 10:30 p.m.Christopher Touchet, 27, of Christiansburg was arrested and charged with one count each of:Strangulation - felonyAbduction - felonyDomestic assault - misdemeanorWillfully prevent calling 911 - misdemeanorAuthorities say he is being held at Montgomery County Jail.

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Runaway teen on silver-and-white bike missing in Montgomery County

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CHRISTIANSBURG, Va. โ€“ UPDATE: Haley Hinkey has been found! ORIGINAL STORYThe Christiansburg Police Department is asking for help from the community to find a missing 16-year-old girl. Haley Hinkley was last seen at about 9:15 p.m. on Friday wearing a pink hoodie, according to police. Authorities believe she left the Liberty Street area, about a half-mile away from the Montgomery County Public Schools office, riding a silver-and-white 10-speed bike. Here is a map of the approximate location where police said she left:

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Law enforcement agencies team up for Dialogue on Race & Law Enforcement in Blacksburg

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BLACKSBURG, Va. Multiple law enforcement agencies in the Montgomery County area are holding a joint news conference in response to the killing of George Floyd and the expressions of outrage sweeping across the country. The Montgomery County Sheriffs Office, Blacksburg Police Department and Christiansburg Police Department are hosting the news conference. Scheduled speakers include:Penny Franklin, President of The Community GroupDr. Wornie Reed, Director of the Virginia Tech Race and Social Policy CenterBlacksburg Police Chief Anthony WilsonBlacksburg Mayor Leslie Hager-SmithChristiansburg Mayor Mike BarberMontgomery County Board of Supervisors Chair Steve FijalkowskiThe news conference is happening outside the Blacksburg Police Department building at 200 Clay Street.

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Police say no wrongdoing found in traffic stop involving Del. Chris Hurst

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CHRISTIANSBURG, Va. โ€“ UPDATEAfter conducting an internal investigation following a traffic stop involving Del. The department announced the investigation at the end of last month after the Jan. 26, 2020 traffic stop involving Hurst caused some controversy. Christiansburg Police DepartmentORIGINAL STORYFriday at 10 a.m., the Christiansburg Police Department will announce the results of its internal investigation into a traffic stop involving Delegate Chris Hurst last month. The department announced the investigation at the end of last month after the Jan. 26, 2020 traffic stop involving Hurst caused some controversy. Chris Hurst traffic stop]Authorities say Hurst was pulled over by an officer around 2 a.m. on the US-460 overpass between the downtown Christiansburg and Peppers Ferry Road exits.

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Christiansburg police to launch internal investigation after Del. Chris Hurst traffic stop

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CHRISTIANSBURG, Va. โ€“ After controversy arose regarding Sundayโ€™s traffic stop of Virginia Delegate Chris Hurst, the Christiansburg Police Department is taking a closer look at what happened. Chris Hurst releases expanded statement after blowing .085 during traffic stop]Authorities say Hurst was pulled over by an officer around 2 a.m. on the US-460 overpass between the downtown Christiansburg and Peppers Ferry Road exits. The Police Department announced Thursday that an internal investigation has been initiated regarding the stop. This investigation will be completed within 30 days, according to a town spokeswoman. Chris Hurst wasnโ€™t arrested]Below is the full statement from the Police Department announcing the investigation:

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After sex trafficking ring social media rumors spread, police look to clarify

Read full article: After sex trafficking ring social media rumors spread, police look to clarify

The Christiansburg Police Department is clearing the air after a social media post about an alleged local sex trafficking ring was shared numerous times. Copyright 2019 by WSLS 10 - All rights reserved.

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