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Blacksburg police chief selected as president of Virginia Association of Chiefs of Police

Read full article: Blacksburg police chief selected as president of Virginia Association of Chiefs of Police

John Clair, the Blacksburg Chief of Police, was selected to be the 100th President of the Virginia Association of Chiefs of Police on Friday.

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WATCH: National Night Out strengthening police and community connections in Roanoke

Read full article: WATCH: National Night Out strengthening police and community connections in Roanoke

National Night Out was on Tuesday, an annual campaign that works to build a connection between the community and local enforcement agencies and our very own John Carlin was in Vinton Tuesday evening.

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National Night Out events in Central, Southwest Virginia

Read full article: National Night Out events in Central, Southwest Virginia

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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68-year-old man dies after motorcycle crash on Blue Ridge Parkway

Read full article: 68-year-old man dies after motorcycle crash on Blue Ridge Parkway

A 68-year-old man has died after a single-vehicle motorcycle crash in the Blue Ridge Parkway, according to NPS.

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WATCH: Town of Vinton Police Department hosts the Murph Challenge

Read full article: WATCH: Town of Vinton Police Department hosts the Murph Challenge

The Town of Vinton Police Department hosted the Murph Challenge on Monday!

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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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Roanoke Police launch โ€œOperation Summer Shieldโ€ in effort to Deter Violent Crime

Read full article: Roanoke Police launch โ€œOperation Summer Shieldโ€ in effort to Deter Violent Crime

Roanoke Police Department announced on Friday that they are launching Operation Summer Shield.

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Teen arrested, second suspect in custody after months-long shooting investigation

Read full article: Teen arrested, second suspect in custody after months-long shooting investigation

The Lynchburg Police Department posted on X Tuesday evening that they are investigating a malicious wounding that happened along Bedford Ave.

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Roanoke Policeโ€™s downtown patrol unit aims to improve safety

Read full article: Roanoke Policeโ€™s downtown patrol unit aims to improve safety

RPD reports that through Sunday, violent crimes, including aggravated assaults, were down nearly 43 percent in the downtown sector compared to the same point last year

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Two officers shot, suspect dead after traffic stop in Fairfax County, Virginia

Read full article: Two officers shot, suspect dead after traffic stop in Fairfax County, Virginia

Two Fairfax County Police Officers were shot, and a suspect is dead after a traffic stop in Northern Virginia Wednesday afternoon.

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Police seize guns, money, multiple kilos of drugs in major Roanoke narcotics operation

Read full article: Police seize guns, money, multiple kilos of drugs in major Roanoke narcotics operation

The Virginia State Police Star City Drug and Violent Crime Task Force along with the Drug Enforcement Administration seized weapons, drugs, and other paraphernalia after a major narcotics operation in Roanoke on Saturday, Virginia State Police said.

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Expert weighs in on Roanoke police use of force during traffic stop

Read full article: Expert weighs in on Roanoke police use of force during traffic stop

One law enforcement expert told 10 News while the video explains a lot, thereโ€™s context thatโ€™s missing that will likely become clear as the investigation unfolds.

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City of Roanoke releases statement regarding Anton Brown arrest

Read full article: City of Roanoke releases statement regarding Anton Brown arrest

Mayor Joe Cobb, City Manager Valmarie Turner, and Police Chief Scott Booth issued a joint statement regarding Anton Brown's arrest.

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Mother of Anton Brown speaks out after controversial arrest

Read full article: Mother of Anton Brown speaks out after controversial arrest

However, body cam footage of the arrest sparked controversy on social media and has led to many members of the community speaking out about his arrest.

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Jessica Aber, Former U.S. Attorney for the Eastern District of Virginia, found dead, age 43

Read full article: Jessica Aber, Former U.S. Attorney for the Eastern District of Virginia, found dead, age 43

Jessica Aber, the former U.S. Attorney for the Eastern District of Virginia, was found dead in her home on Saturday morning, Alexandria Police Department said.

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One dead, one injured following truck crash in Rockbridge County

Read full article: One dead, one injured following truck crash in Rockbridge County

One man is dead and one man is injured following a car crash that occurred in Rockbridge County on Thursday, Virginia State Police said.

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Coffee with a Cop event held in Roanoke

Read full article: Coffee with a Cop event held in Roanoke

Roanoke police held their coffee with a cop event in Downtown Roanoke today.

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Blacksburg Police Chief announces retirement

Read full article: Blacksburg Police Chief announces retirement

Blacksburg Police Chief Todd Brewster announced he will be retiring in July, 2025. Brewster has been serving in BPD as an officer since 1999, and has been police chief since July 2022.

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Radford City Office hosts Behind the Badge seminar on law enforcement mental health

Read full article: Radford City Office hosts Behind the Badge seminar on law enforcement mental health

The Behind the Badge seminar is happening today at the Radford City Office, and itโ€™s all about tackling the tough issues of PTSD and suicide among law enforcement officers.

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Wanted man arrested for involvement in 2024 Martinsville sports bar shooting

Read full article: Wanted man arrested for involvement in 2024 Martinsville sports bar shooting

A man wanted for his involvement in a 2024 Martinsville shooting has been arrested after nearly 10 months of searching, Martinsville Police Department said.

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Roanoke man wanted for first-degree murder in deadly March 1 shooting

Read full article: Roanoke man wanted for first-degree murder in deadly March 1 shooting

A Roanoke man is wanted for first-degree murder in connection with the deadly shooting on Saturday, March 1.

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VT Police Prepare for polar plunge

Read full article: VT Police Prepare for polar plunge

Virginia Techโ€™s finest are preparing to brave the icy waters of the new river this weekend.

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8-year-old boy injured after hit-and-run in Roanoke, RPD looking for suspect

Read full article: 8-year-old boy injured after hit-and-run in Roanoke, RPD looking for suspect

A child was injured following a hit-and-run incident that occurred on Hanover Avenue, Roanoke Police Department said.

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Salem Police Department honors senior officer with 2024 Officer of the Year

Read full article: Salem Police Department honors senior officer with 2024 Officer of the Year

Salem Police Department announced that Senior Police Officer Jared Bridges will be their 2024 Officer of the Year!

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48 new state troopers will now serve the Commonwealth

Read full article: 48 new state troopers will now serve the Commonwealth

Dozens of new state troopers will be hitting the streets to serve and protect the Commonwealth.

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Experts raise concerns over license plate readers

Read full article: Experts raise concerns over license plate readers

Concerns are rising over the use of automatic license plate readers -- and how police can use them to track drivers.

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One dead following plane crash in Albemarle County

Read full article: One dead following plane crash in Albemarle County

One person is dead following a plane crash that occurred in Albemarle County on Saturday, Virginia State Police said.

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Hidden Valley Middle School in Roanoke has two swatting incidents back-to-back

Read full article: Hidden Valley Middle School in Roanoke has two swatting incidents back-to-back

Hidden Valley Middle School experienced two days of swatting incidents, according to the schoolโ€™s website.

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Arrest made after Nazi symbols found on Roanoke Valley coupleโ€™s vehicle

Read full article: Arrest made after Nazi symbols found on Roanoke Valley coupleโ€™s vehicle

Roanoke Police say they made an arrest in connection to an alleged incident at Samโ€™s Club where a couple reported Nazi symbols were scrawled on lug nuts while their tires were being rotated.

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Winter storm causes hundreds of crashes in Virginia

Read full article: Winter storm causes hundreds of crashes in Virginia

The recent winter storm brought freezing temperatures, ice, and snow, leading to hundreds of crashes across the Commonwealth. Virginia State Police are urging drivers to plan ahead as another storm looms this weekend.

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Roanoke Police introduce bike patrols to boost downtown safety, community ties

Read full article: Roanoke Police introduce bike patrols to boost downtown safety, community ties

10 News got to ride along with the Roanoke Police Department's new downtown patrol unit.

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Four new officers pinned for Danville Police Department

Read full article: Four new officers pinned for Danville Police Department

Four new officers were pinned by their family members this afternoon for the Danville Police Department!

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Roanoke, Lynchburg add high-tech solutions for solving crime

Read full article: Roanoke, Lynchburg add high-tech solutions for solving crime

Local police departments are using new tools to help them find criminals.

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Police respond to shots fired call at Roanokeโ€™s Econo Lodge

Read full article: Police respond to shots fired call at Roanokeโ€™s Econo Lodge

There was a heavy police presence at Econo Lodge in Roanoke last night.

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Former police officer talks use of tasers, deadly force

Read full article: Former police officer talks use of tasers, deadly force

Virginia State Police are investigating after Roanoke Police shot and killed a suspect after he stabbed a woman and refused to put down a knife.

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Man arrested in Henry County after leading police on high speed chase

Read full article: Man arrested in Henry County after leading police on high speed chase

A 54-year-old man was arrested Saturday after leading authorities on a high-speed chase where he reached speeds of 100 mph.

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Officers go head-to-head for Battle of the Badges

Read full article: Officers go head-to-head for Battle of the Badges

Hunter Reedy was also on the minds of some law enforcement officers who took part in some extra training today as part of a now yearly competition.

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Shooting in Roanoke leaves one man injured

Read full article: Shooting in Roanoke leaves one man injured

There was a shooting in Roanoke Friday morning that left one man injured.

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Man arrested after child exploitation investigation in Lynchburg

Read full article: Man arrested after child exploitation investigation in Lynchburg

A man was arrested in a child exploitation investigation on Aug. 1, Lynchburg Police confirmed. The man was identified as 29-year-old Andrew Joseph Oโ€™Hop.

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Commemorating the life and service of Corporal Barry Lee Pendry

Read full article: Commemorating the life and service of Corporal Barry Lee Pendry

Today, the Roanoke City Sheriffโ€™s Office and community members honored the life and legacy of a fallen hero.

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Man arrested for Danville shooting that left three injured

Read full article: Man arrested for Danville shooting that left three injured

Three people were injured after a shooting in Danville Friday night.

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Roanoke Police seeking information after two people shot, injured

Read full article: Roanoke Police seeking information after two people shot, injured

Roanoke Police say two people were taken to the hospital with non-life threatening gunshot wounds.

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Roanoke Police discuss panhandling concerns in Roanoke

Read full article: Roanoke Police discuss panhandling concerns in Roanoke

10 News spoke to Roanoke City Police about panhandling concerns in the region.

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Haitians hold their breath as newly arrived Kenyan police force prepares to face gangs

Read full article: Haitians hold their breath as newly arrived Kenyan police force prepares to face gangs

Anticipation is mingling with fear across Haiti as the country welcomes the fourth major foreign intervention in its history to fight gang violence.

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Get pulled over? You may get a gift card instead of a ticket

Read full article: Get pulled over? You may get a gift card instead of a ticket

If you got stopped by law enforcement, usually youโ€™re a little concerned.

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Lynchburg police honor fallen officers with regional memorial service

Read full article: Lynchburg police honor fallen officers with regional memorial service

The service kicks off National Police Week.

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New law enforcement resource unveiled in Franklin Co.

Read full article: New law enforcement resource unveiled in Franklin Co.

A new resource is available to law enforcement in the area trying to catch criminals.

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Spanish police suspect bullet-riddled body may be Russian who defected with army helicopter

Read full article: Spanish police suspect bullet-riddled body may be Russian who defected with army helicopter

Spanish police say they suspect the bullet-riddled body of a man found in a town in eastern Spain is that of Russian defector Maksim Kuzminov, who flew a Russian army helicopter on his escape across the Ukrainian front lines last year.

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Man stabbed in Ninth Street SE neighborhood, police say

Read full article: Man stabbed in Ninth Street SE neighborhood, police say

A man was stabbed Monday evening in the 1500 block of Ninth Street SE during an argument, according to Roanoke Police.

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Charges dismissed against former Longwood police officer

Read full article: Charges dismissed against former Longwood police officer

Charges were dismissed against former Longwood police officer David Christian

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Police conducting death investigation in Roanoke

Read full article: Police conducting death investigation in Roanoke

Roanoke Police are conducting a death investigation in the 3200 block of Troy Ave NW.

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Frustration eases one year after ABC store opens in Roanoke

Read full article: Frustration eases one year after ABC store opens in Roanoke

Roanoke police say crime is down from last year. They recently presented numbers to City Council and shared how they are working with organizations to make sure crime is down all across the city.

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How this constable is breaking barriers, leading the way for other women

Read full article: How this constable is breaking barriers, leading the way for other women

Numerous studies point to a lack of women in law enforcement agencies.

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Police investigating incidents involving Colorado justices after Trump removed from state's ballot

Read full article: Police investigating incidents involving Colorado justices after Trump removed from state's ballot

Police say they are investigating incidents directed at Colorado Supreme Court justices and providing extra patrols around their homes in Denver following the courtโ€™s decision to remove President Donald Trump from the stateโ€™s presidential primary ballot.

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Honoring, memorializing veterans and first responders is this manโ€™s goal

Read full article: Honoring, memorializing veterans and first responders is this manโ€™s goal

Bill Price believes police officers and firefighters are not being recognized enough.

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Danville Police honor Chief Scott Booth as he gets ready to take on Roanoke

Read full article: Danville Police honor Chief Scott Booth as he gets ready to take on Roanoke

In less than a week, Scott Booth will take on his new leadership role in the Roanoke Police Department.

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3 men dead after a shooting at a party at a Denver industrial storefront

Read full article: 3 men dead after a shooting at a party at a Denver industrial storefront

Police say three men are dead after an early morning shooting during a party in Denver.

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Lynchburg incident leads to discussion of day-to-day risks in law enforcement

Read full article: Lynchburg incident leads to discussion of day-to-day risks in law enforcement

10 News had the opportunity to have a ride along with law enforcement to see the dangers they face everyday.

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Missing Franklin County mom shares why sheโ€™s not interested in contacting police yet

Read full article: Missing Franklin County mom shares why sheโ€™s not interested in contacting police yet

A Franklin County mom and her three kids have been missing since about Sept. 5, according to authorities. However, on Friday, she spoke with 10 News for the first time.

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10 NEWS EXCLUSIVE: New Roanoke City Police Chief responds to department report

Read full article: 10 NEWS EXCLUSIVE: New Roanoke City Police Chief responds to department report

A new report is revealing some of the strengths and weaknesses inside the Roanoke City Police Department.

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Franklin Co. missing family not found in Litchfield, Illinois

Read full article: Franklin Co. missing family not found in Litchfield, Illinois

Itโ€™s been more than two weeks since Lauren Cook and her three kids disappeared after a missed court appearance in Franklin County.

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Scott Booth accepts position as Roanoke City police chief

Read full article: Scott Booth accepts position as Roanoke City police chief

Following a long search for Roanokeโ€™s next top cop, Scott Booth is stepping down from his role as Danvilleโ€™s Police Chief to be Roanokeโ€™s new chief.

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Roanoke community meets police chief finalist, Scott Booth

Read full article: Roanoke community meets police chief finalist, Scott Booth

Chief Booth is credited for a lot of the violence reduction with his work down in Danville.

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Roanoke police chief finalist named, public invited to meet and greet event

Read full article: Roanoke police chief finalist named, public invited to meet and greet event

The Roanoke Police Department is one step closer to finding a new chief of police.

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Bangladesh police clash with opposition activists ahead of elections, leaving hundreds injured

Read full article: Bangladesh police clash with opposition activists ahead of elections, leaving hundreds injured

Police in northeastern Bangladesh have used batons and tear gas to disperse opposition activists amid a political dispute over who will oversee the next election, which is expected to be held in January.

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Friends of Downtown Roanoke assault victim speak out after man charged

Read full article: Friends of Downtown Roanoke assault victim speak out after man charged

A month after a man was killed in a Downtown Roanoke assault, the suspect has been arrested and charged. Now, the victimโ€™s friends are sharing what they think of the new development in the case.

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Roanoke County Police investigating crash that sent a man to the hospital

Read full article: Roanoke County Police investigating crash that sent a man to the hospital

It happened Saturday morning around 5:40.

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Roanoke police to hold community forums to address crime uptick

Read full article: Roanoke police to hold community forums to address crime uptick

21 homicides have happened in Roanoke already this year, and an uptick in crime has police searching for solutions. Theyโ€™re holding a series of community forums beginning next week.

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Roanoke neighborhoods host National Night Out

Read full article: Roanoke neighborhoods host National Night Out

Roanoke's event comes on the back end of a week with four fatal shootings.

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Pulaski Police partners with organizations like T.G. Howard Community Center for National Night Out

Read full article: Pulaski Police partners with organizations like T.G. Howard Community Center for National Night Out

Leaders in Pulaski are looking to connect with the community and give children the supplies they need to be successful this school year.

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New Christiansburg police chief to start Sept. 1

Read full article: New Christiansburg police chief to start Sept. 1

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

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Lynchburg organizations looking to break street code, build trust with police

Read full article: Lynchburg organizations looking to break street code, build trust with police

Itโ€™s been two months since 6-year-old Kingston Campbell was shot and killed in Lynchburg, but no one has come forward.

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Family heartbroken after two people found dead in SW Roanoke

Read full article: Family heartbroken after two people found dead in SW Roanoke

Questions still remain after two people were found dead inside a Brandon Avenue SW apartment on Monday evening.

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SW Roanoke community shaken as police conduct homicide investigation

Read full article: SW Roanoke community shaken as police conduct homicide investigation

A homicide investigation is underway in Southwest Roanoke after a man and a woman were found dead inside a residence on Brandon Avenue SW Monday evening (July 3).

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Wintergreen community shaken after death of officer

Read full article: Wintergreen community shaken after death of officer

The people of Wintergreen are working to cope after Officer Chris Wagner was shot and killed Friday night.

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Roanoke Police investigating car chase downtown

Read full article: Roanoke Police investigating car chase downtown

Police are investigating a car crash in Roanoke at Jefferson and Campbell.

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Danville police say more charges pending in โ€˜Operation Blitzโ€™

Read full article: Danville police say more charges pending in โ€˜Operation Blitzโ€™

Danville Police held a news conference on Thursday to address the five-day operation that led to 25 people being arrested on 31 charges.

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Florida police search for 3 gunmen who wounded 9 at crowded beach on Memorial Day

Read full article: Florida police search for 3 gunmen who wounded 9 at crowded beach on Memorial Day

Police are searching for three gunmen who they believe opened fire along a crowded Florida beach promenade, wounding nine.

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Man shot with pellet gun, police investigating

Read full article: Man shot with pellet gun, police investigating

Police say he was shot in the calf

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Lynchburg Police Chief discusses challenges caused by staffing shortage

Read full article: Lynchburg Police Chief discusses challenges caused by staffing shortage

Local law enforcement is having trouble staying staffed. The Lynchburg Police Department has 27 open positions, according to Chief Ryan Zuidema.

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Roanoke regional law enforcement come together for annual memorial service

Read full article: Roanoke regional law enforcement come together for annual memorial service

The memorial service honors the lives of officers who died in the line of duty.

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Roanoke Police talk setbacks, solutions to juvenile gun violence

Read full article: Roanoke Police talk setbacks, solutions to juvenile gun violence

Roanoke Police Lt. Kenny Sauls sits down with 10 News to discuss gun violence involving juveniles in the Star City.

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Virginia Att. Gen. Miyares addresses law enforcement shortages in Roanoke, Lynchburg

Read full article: Virginia Att. Gen. Miyares addresses law enforcement shortages in Roanoke, Lynchburg

Virginiaโ€™s top prosecutor is sounding the alarm on the state of law enforcement.

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Police, community react to deadly downtown Martinsville shooting

Read full article: Police, community react to deadly downtown Martinsville shooting

A man is in custody following a fatal downtown Martinsville shooting outside of a local bar early Saturday morning.

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Roanoke man pleads guilty to road rage shooting

Read full article: Roanoke man pleads guilty to road rage shooting

A Roanoke man will spend the next year and a half in prison for a deadly road rage incident last summer.

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More details released on deadly 7-Eleven Roanoke shooting

Read full article: More details released on deadly 7-Eleven Roanoke shooting

Roanoke Commonwealthโ€™s Attorney, Donald Caldwell, is releasing more details on a 7-Eleven shooting that left one person dead Sunday night.

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Radford University students shaken up after report of sexual assault

Read full article: Radford University students shaken up after report of sexual assault

Students at Radford University say they're shaken up after news of a sexual assault on campus. Radford University Police share what technology they are using to keep students safe.

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Man arrested after hours-long Southeast Roanoke standoff

Read full article: Man arrested after hours-long Southeast Roanoke standoff

Roanoke police are at the scene of 1600 16th Street SE in Roanoke, due to a standoff with a man wanted on several felony warrants.

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Video: Sheriff pulls over driver for impersonating cop

Read full article: Video: Sheriff pulls over driver for impersonating cop

The video had more than 18 million views at the time this story was published.

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Construction begins on new Lynchburg police headquarters

Read full article: Construction begins on new Lynchburg police headquarters

Construction has begun on the Lynchburg Police Departmentโ€™s new headquarters, an estimated $50 million project.

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Video: K-9 hunts down carjacking suspect

Read full article: Video: K-9 hunts down carjacking suspect

The video had more than 1.3 million views at the time this story was published.

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Violence at Jerusalem mosque prompts fears of wider fighting

Read full article: Violence at Jerusalem mosque prompts fears of wider fighting

Israeli police have stormed the Al-Aqsa Mosque in Jerusalemโ€™s Old City, firing stun grenades and beating Palestinian youths who hurled stones and firecrackers in a burst of violence during a sensitive holiday seasons.

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Israeli police fatally shoot man at Jerusalem's holiest site

Read full article: Israeli police fatally shoot man at Jerusalem's holiest site

Israeli police say they shot and killed a man who they alleged tried to snatch an officerโ€™s gun at an entrance to a flashpoint Jerusalem holy site.

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How women are changing the face of law enforcement

Read full article: How women are changing the face of law enforcement

U.S. Census numbers show women make up 51% of the countryโ€™s population, but they make up only 12-14% of law enforcement, according to the latest data compiled by the U.S. Bureau of Justice Statistics.

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Lexingtonโ€™s first Black female police chief shares goals

Read full article: Lexingtonโ€™s first Black female police chief shares goals

February is Black History Month, and Lexington made history nearly two years ago with its first-ever black female police chief.

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Montgomery County School Resource Officer recognized for saving life of middle school student

Read full article: Montgomery County School Resource Officer recognized for saving life of middle school student

Montgomery County School Resource Officer, Deputy Steven Parks was recognized for saving the life of an Auburn Middle School student by performing the Heimlich maneuver.

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Pearisburg police chief to retire after serving hometown for 39 years

Read full article: Pearisburg police chief to retire after serving hometown for 39 years

Pearisburg Police Chief Jackie Martin will retire in April after serving his hometown for 39 years.

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Two injured after shooting at Food Lion on Peters Creek Road

Read full article: Two injured after shooting at Food Lion on Peters Creek Road

Large police presence at the Food Lion on Peter's Creek Road.

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WATCH: Funeral service held for Tyre Nichols

Read full article: WATCH: Funeral service held for Tyre Nichols

Tyre Nicholsโ€™ life was remembered at the Mississippi Boulevard Christian Church in Memphis at 2 p.m. Wednesday.

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Danville police react to graphic Tyre Nichols video

Read full article: Danville police react to graphic Tyre Nichols video

Local police departments are responding after the killing of Tyre Nichols.

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