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Man Wanted in Shenandoah, VA Caught Trying to Leave US
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Man Wanted in Shenandoah, VA Caught Trying to Leave US

A wanted Dominican Republic man was caught attempting to leave the country and has been extradited back to Shenandoah County to face his charges. According to Shenandoah County Sheriff’s Office, on April 6 an Edinburg business reported fraud. An investigation revealed that a customer placed multiple orders totaling over $43,000. After the suspects received the product, the business later discovered the purchases were fraudulent. SCSO said 30-year-old Ricky Abreu-Gonzalez is believed to have made the purchases. Because of the Shenandoah County charges, he attempted to fly out of the country, SCSO said. TSA caught and held him in New Jersey. Newark NJ Street Pulse reported Abreu-Gonzalez’s date of arrest as July 11. ICE was notified and a detainer was placed on him. On ...
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Trooper Injured in Juvenile High-Speed Chase in NoVA
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Trooper Injured in Juvenile High-Speed Chase in NoVA

A state trooper was injured in a juvenile‑driven high‑speed chase in Northern Virginia early Wednesday morning, a chaotic pursuit that began with a stolen‑vehicle alert and escalated into a dangerous, multi‑county chase. Virginia State Police say the incident started around 1:21 a.m. on July 22, when troopers were notified of a stolen vehicle heading south on I-395 in Fairfax County. Several troopers located the vehicle on I‑95 just south of the Mixing Bowl and attempted a traffic stop. The driver refused to pull over, launching a pursuit that quickly pushed speeds beyond 130 mph. Easy-to-Use Brake & Clutch Pedal Lock| Anti-Prying | Anti-Drilling The chase continued southbound until the suspect exited I‑95 at Exit 150, where the stolen vehicle struck an uninvolved driver. ...
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2 Charged for Killing Fredericksburg Man in Westmoreland
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2 Charged for Killing Fredericksburg Man in Westmoreland

Here’s a polished, newsroom‑ready version of your piece. I kept your facts intact and focused on clarity, flow, and professionalism: Two men have been arrested in connection with the July 11 murder of Habibullah Ataie, a 20‑year‑old Fredericksburg resident killed in Westmoreland County. According to the Westmoreland County Sheriff’s Office, a report came in around 2:30 a.m. Saturday regarding a person who had been shot. Deputies responded to the 4300 block of Neenah Road, where they found a deceased male suffering from gunshot wounds. Police-Grade Pepper Spray | Belt Clip Included Further investigation revealed that the killing actually occurred in the 400 block of Pierce Lane, approximately 3.4 miles from the location of the initial call. The Sheriff’s Office said inves...
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Church Treasurer Charged for Embezzlement in Mathews
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Church Treasurer Charged for Embezzlement in Mathews

Kevin C. Hogge, of Diggs, has been arrested for embezzling money from Salem Church. According to Mathews County Sheriff’s Office, church leaders reported suspicious financial activity involving the church treasurer in January. After a months-long investigation, MCSO reported finding numerous instances of forged checks and suspects over $70,000 was embezzled. The 55-year-old was arrested June 9, and is facing two counts of embezzling checks and two counts of forgery. Hogge was released on a $5,000 unsecured bond. WATCH: Follow the Watchful Eye on X, Facebook, Instagram, Rumble & YouTubeto keep up with what's happening in Virginia.
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2 Arrested in Portsmouth After Report of Men in Parking Lot with Guns
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2 Arrested in Portsmouth After Report of Men in Parking Lot with Guns

Portsmouth Police reported two arrests stemming from a call regarding men in a parking lot with guns. Around 8:43 p.m. on June 7, officers responded to a parking lot on Navajo Trail where it was reported that men were “handling” guns. Upon arrival, police allegedly saw two men attempting to hide the guns, which were recovered. The officers were suspicious of other criminal offenses and requested a K‑9 for an open‑air sniff. K‑9 Ace alerted to an adjacent vehicle. Police said officers obtained a search warrant and found 59 bags of marijuana (3.5 grams each) and several more guns, including a Glock with a switch. Police-Grade Pepper Spray | Belt Clip Included Twenty‑seven‑year‑old Rashaun Duvon Carter Jr. and 25‑year‑old Jaquan Lamonte Majette were arrested. According to PP...
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1st Arrest Announced for Norfolk Street Takeover
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1st Arrest Announced for Norfolk Street Takeover

As the investigation continues, Norfolk Police Department announced the first arrest connected to a street takeover on May 17 in West Ghent. Detectives and Fire Marshals charged Isaiah A. Duncan‑Simmons, 19, of Virginia Beach, with disorderly conduct and carelessly damaging property by fire. Heavy Duty Steering Wheel Lock | Adjustable | Highly Visible According to police, multiple calls came in around 8:20 p.m. that Sunday reporting a large crowd, along with cars speeding and driving recklessly, at the intersection in the 1000 block of Redgate Avenue near Greenway Court. Isaiah Simmons (Photo: NPD) Duncan‑Simmons was arrested on May 20 in the 4000 block of Starwood Arch with assistance from the Virginia Beach Police Department. NPD said officers proactively track and moni...
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2 Dead at Scene of Officer-Involved Shooting in Alexandria
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2 Dead at Scene of Officer-Involved Shooting in Alexandria

Two people are dead, including a man fatally shot by police, after an officer‑involved shooting early Monday at an apartment complex on Canterbury Square in Alexandria. Officers were dispatched around 4 a.m. to 27 Canterbury Square after a 911 caller reported that a female had been shot inside the apartment. When officers arrived, a family member was standing near the doorway and was immediately removed from the scene for safety. Inside the unit, officers encountered a barricaded suspect in a bedroom where they believed the wounded female was located. McGuire said the man refused repeated verbal commands to come out. Ring Spotlight Cam Pro | 3D Motion Detection | Two-Way Talk with Audio+ According to McGuire, the situation escalated when the suspect suddenly “running full speed...
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Northumberland Man Charged for Gloucester Robbery
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Northumberland Man Charged for Gloucester Robbery

A 27-year-old Callao man is being held in Gloucester County Jail following a robbery report involving Kay’s Jewelers. Gloucester County Sheriff’s Office said the robbery was reported on Saturday, May 9, around shortly after 5 p.m. When police responded to Kay Jewelers Kay Jewelers at 6738 Fox Center Parkway #7, they reportedly saw the suspect vehicle attempting to flee and that vehicle led Gloucester police on chase that went into York County, prompting assistance from York-Poquoson Sheriff’s Office and the Virginia State Police. Gabriele Nicola Randazzo was apprehended and taken to the hospital for treatment of minor injuries. Randazzo has been charged with grand larceny, burglary, felony eluding, and reckless driving. GCSO said an active investigation remains underway and ...
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Caroline Man Caught in Midst of Fredericksburg Burglary
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Caroline Man Caught in Midst of Fredericksburg Burglary

A 45-year-old man from Caroline County was found trying to break into a business in Fredericksburg around 3:30 a.m. on April 29, the Spotsylvania Sheriff’s Office reported. Police were tipped off by a commercial alarm triggered in the 3500 block of Shalaby Way. The Sheriff’s Office said deputies arrived within minutes and saw a man wearing a mask trying to break into a business. Ring Spotlight Cam Pro | 3D Motion Detection | Two-Way Talk with Audio+ When the man, later identified as Steven Tankersley III, saw the deputies, he ran but was reportedly caught after a brief foot chase. The Sheriff’s Office said a K9 was dispatched to the scene and conducted an article search that led to the recovery of multiple items Tankersley allegedly tossed while trying to get away. Tankersle...
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2 Arrested for Jewelry & Gun Burglary in Mathews
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2 Arrested for Jewelry & Gun Burglary in Mathews

The Mathews County Sheriff’s Office has announced two arrests in connection with a residential burglary in which jewelry and firearms were stolen. On April 15, deputies responded to the 100 block of Morris Flippin Road for a reported break‑in. According to the sheriff’s office, more than $1,000 worth of jewelry and guns were taken while the homeowners were away. Deputies canvassed the neighborhood and, with help from residents, video surveillance, and Flock camera technology, identified suspects from Gloucester and Newport News. Ring Spotlight Cam Pro | 3D Motion Detection | Two-Way Talk with Audio+ On Saturday evening, April 18, 2026, with assistance from the Newport News Police Department, Michael Paul West, 47, of Hayes, Virginia, was arrested and charged with: Break...
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