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Florida Woman Extradited to Hanover, VA for $856K Fraud Scheme
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Florida Woman Extradited to Hanover, VA for $856K Fraud Scheme

A Florida woman has been extradited to Hanover County to face charges in what investigators describe as an $856,000 fraud scheme. According to Hanover County Sheriff’s Office, in July 2025 malware compromised an unnamed business’s computer system. The following month, an individual who already had the business’s banking credentials contacted an employee, claiming fraudulent transactions had been detected. Counterfeit Money Detecting Marker During the call, the suspect allegedly convinced the employee to provide multiple two‑factor authentication codes. Then, that information was used them to authorize several fraudulent wire transfers. The business initially lost approximately $856,000 according to Hanover Sheriff’s Office, but the financial institution was able to identify se...
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VSP Files Charges for Unofficial Use of Flock In James City County Police Dept.
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VSP Files Charges for Unofficial Use of Flock In James City County Police Dept.

Virginia State Police have charged a former James City County Police Officer, 30‑year‑old Androu A. Eskandar, with improperly Flock for non‑official purposes. According to the department, concerns about Eskandar’s conduct were first raised in March 2026, when one of his coworkers reported information “during the course of an internal investigation.” JCCPD did not disclose the subject of that investigation, but said that upon receiving information from the employee, the department immediately requested an independent criminal inquiry by the Virginia State Police. An Added Eye When You Drive & Park : REDTIGER Dash Cam Eskandar resigned from the department on April 17, 2026, ending his three‑year tenure with JCCPD. Charges were filed on September 28, and Eskandar turned himsel...
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Former Greensville Correctional Officer Charged for Inmate Violence
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Former Greensville Correctional Officer Charged for Inmate Violence

A former Greensville Correctional Center officer was arrested and charged with assault and battery. According to VADOC, the charge stems from an incident on May 25, 2026, when Cortraez Terry, a sergeant, was witnessed by staff repeatedly punching a restrained inmate. Terry admitted to the assault, said VADOC, and he was immediately terminated. Police-Grade Pepper Spray | Belt Clip Included On September 15, 2026, Greensville County Commonwealth’s Attorney Robin Quinn authorized an arrest warrant. The following day, Terry was served the warrant at the Greensville County Sheriff’s Department for the Class 1 misdemeanor. “The men and women of the VADOC do a great job daily providing public safety in our facilities,” said VADOC Director Joseph W. Walters. “The VADOC does not cond...
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Alexandria Man Faces Nearly 200 Charges for Gym Scheme
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Alexandria Man Faces Nearly 200 Charges for Gym Scheme

After the latest charges in Fairfax, an Alexandria is facing nearly 200 charges--and police are still investigating. WATCH: Follow the Watchful Eye on X,  Facebook, Instagram, Rumble & YouTubeto keep up with what's happening in Virginia.
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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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Patrick County Calls in Armored Vehicle for Standoff With Alleged Shooter
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Patrick County Calls in Armored Vehicle for Standoff With Alleged Shooter

A 72‑year‑old man allegedly shot into two homes in the middle of the night, then engaged in an hour‑long standoff in his own residence, Patrick County Sheriff Dan Smith reported. At about 3:30 a.m. on June 9, the Patrick County Sheriff’s Office received a shots‑fired call in the area of Mountain View Loop. Responding deputies found that shots had been fired into two occupied homes. In one residence, a bullet struck close to where a 3‑year‑old was sleeping, Smith stated. Both houses are located across the road from Curtis Harold McBride’s home, and the investigation provided probable cause to obtain a search warrant for his residence. Ring Spotlight Cam Pro | 3D Motion Detection | Two-Way Talk with Audio+ According to Smith, despite multiple attempts, McBride refused to c...
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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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