Chesapeake man wakes up to $358K Lottery surprise after checking email

A Virginia Lottery player discovered he had won a $358,082 Cash 5 with EZ Match jackpot after receiving an email about his online ticket. CHESAPEAKE, VA — A Chesapeake man received an…

Four Boaters Rescued After Vessel Capsizes Near Chesapeake Bay Bridge-Tunnel

Emergency crews safely rescued four boaters after their vessel capsized near the Chesapeake Bay Bridge-Tunnel, with authorities warning mariners the disabled boat remains in the water. Virginia Beach, VA – Four boaters…

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Man Dies After Single-Vehicle Crash on Mt. Pleasant Road in Chesapeake

A man died after suffering critical injuries in a single-vehicle crash early Sunday morning on Mt. Pleasant Road, according to Chesapeake Police. Chesapeake, VA – Chesapeake Police are investigating a fatal single-vehicle…

Woman Dies After Being Struck by Vehicle on Battlefield Boulevard in Chesapeake

An adult woman died after being struck by a vehicle on Battlefield Boulevard Thursday night, and Chesapeake Police are asking anyone with information to come forward. An adult female pedestrian was killed…

Chesapeake Police Investigating Shooting at Liberty Street Shopping Center

An adult man was hospitalized with non-life-threatening gunshot wounds after a shooting at a Chesapeake shopping center Friday afternoon. Chesapeake, Va. – Chesapeake Police are investigating a shooting that left an adult…

Sedan slams SUV then kills landscaper in horrific Chesapeake crash

Worker struck and killed after out-of-control car leaves roadway, police say CHESAPEAKE, Va. — A landscaper was killed Friday morning when a speeding sedan crashed into an SUV, spun out of control,…

Maryland Natural Resources Police Search for Missing 19-Foot Bayliner Adrift Near Upper Chesapeake Bay

Upper Bay, MD — Maryland Natural Resources Police are asking boaters and waterfront residents to watch for a missing 19-foot Bayliner that broke free from its anchor and may now be drifting…

Vacuum bandit on the run after alleged Dyson heist from Chesapeake department store

Suspect accused of walking out with a $629 Dyson before speeding off in a black Infiniti CHESAPEAKE, Va. — A suspected shoplifter accused of stealing a high-end Dyson vacuum cleaner from a…

Holy $#!@! Train Smashes Septic Truck at Chesapeake Crossing, Sending Sewage Across Road

Chesapeake, VA – A Norfolk Southern freight train tore through a septic truck at a railroad crossing in Chesapeake on Thursday afternoon, ripping the vehicle apart and scattering sewage and debris across…

Truck Overturns After Collision With Train in Chesapeake; Driver Suffers Life-Threatening Injuries

Chesapeake, Va. — A truck driver suffered life-threatening injuries Thursday afternoon after a collision with a train caused the vehicle to overturn on Yadkin Road in Chesapeake, police said. The crash happened…

Man Killed, Two Others Shot in Chesapeake as Victims Arrive at Police Station

CHESAPEAKE, Va. — A man died and two others were wounded in a shooting that unfolded across multiple locations Monday evening, with one victim driven directly to a police precinct and another…

Man Shot in Early Morning Chesapeake Neighborhood, Victim Hospitalized After 4 A.M. Gunfire

CHESAPEAKE, VA — A person was rushed to a hospital after being shot early Saturday morning in a residential area of Chesapeake, prompting an active police investigation with few details immediately available.…

Chesapeake police investigate early morning shooting on Indian River Road

A man was found with multiple gunshot wounds after a shooting early Saturday morning, prompting a continuing investigation along a busy Chesapeake corridor. CHESAPEAKE, VA – Chesapeake police responded just after 4…

Chesapeake Animal Control Officer Meets Girl Scouts, Shares Safety Lessons and Daily Duties in Virginia

Chesapeake, VA — Local Girl Scouts got a firsthand look at animal safety and public service when Chesapeake Animal Services Officer April Threet met with Troop 306 to answer questions and explain…

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Teen killed in late-night shooting on Landing Creek Drive in Chesapeake

CHESAPEAKE, Va. – A 17-year-old male was fatally shot late Wednesday night in a residential neighborhood on Landing Creek Drive, prompting an active homicide investigation by the Chesapeake Police Department as authorities…

Chesapeake pooch joins the SWAT team

Dual-purpose police dog adds tactical duties to patrol and narcotics work Chesapeake, VA – A Chesapeake Police K9 has taken on an expanded role after earning certification to serve alongside the department’s…

Chesapeake police arrest 60-year-old after disturbance at school bus stop

Man restrained by bystanders before officers arrived in South Norfolk incident Chesapeake, VA – A man was taken into custody Friday morning after witnesses say he caused a disturbance at a school…

Shots fired call under investigation on South Military Highway in Chesapeake

Police respond to early morning gunfire report as search for details continues. Chesapeake, VA – A shots fired call early Wednesday morning prompted a police response along a busy stretch of South…

Chesapeake Police Searching for Missing Man Last Heard From Early Sunday Morning

Authorities say a 35-year-old man who sent messages indicating he intended to harm himself has not been heard from since early Sunday. Chesapeake, VA – Police in Chesapeake are asking for the…

Chesapeake Pedestrian Elkana Mwangi Killed in Crash on S. George Washington Hwy

A 53-year-old Chesapeake man died after being struck by a vehicle early Monday morning along South George Washington Highway, police said. Chesapeake, VA – A 53-year-old Chesapeake man was killed early Monday…

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