Shoplifting Turns Into Robbery and Assault in Newport News

NEWPORT NEWS, VA – The Newport News Police Department is requesting the public’s assistance in identifying a suspect involved in a robbery on Monday, July 1. The incident occurred at approximately 8:46…

July 19, 2024

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Newport News Police Arrest Suspect in 2022 Homicide of Teen

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NEWPORT NEWS, VA – Newport News Police have arrested a 17-year-old male in connection with the 2022 shooting death of a 15-year-old boy. The arrest occurred on June 18, 2024, following a…

June 20, 2024

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Newport News Police Department Seeks Help to Identify Robbery Suspect

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NEWPORT NEWS, VA — The Newport News Police Department (NNPD) is requesting public assistance in identifying a suspect involved in a recent robbery at a local business. On Monday, May 20, at…

June 7, 2024

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High-Speed Chase Ends in Crash, Suspect at Large in Newport News

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NEWPORT NEWS, VA — Early this morning, a Chevrolet Impala ran a stop sign, leading to a high-speed chase that ended with the car crashing into a utility pole. The incident began…

June 5, 2024

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Deadly Crash Reported in Newport News

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NEWPORT NEWS, VA — A second fatal accident occurred in Newport News on Saturday, marking a tragic day for the area. Virginia State Police were called to the scene of a single-vehicle…

June 2, 2024

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Newport News Man Arrested for Shooting and Multiple Felonies in North Stafford

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STAFFORD COUNTY, VA — Da’John Lancaster, a 25-year-old man from Newport News, was arrested in Stafford County following a month-long investigation into a shooting incident. Lancaster was wanted for multiple serious offenses,…

June 1, 2024

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Newport News Police and Teens Team Up for Community Clean-Up

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NEWPORT NEWS, VA—In a recent community effort, two officers from the Newport News Police Department (NNPD) joined forces with students from Warwick High School to clean up the Monitor Merrimac Overlook. On…

May 27, 2024

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20-Year-Old Joshua Whack Arrested for Murder of Newport News Man

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NEWPORT NEWS, VA — A fatal stabbing on Thursday in the 11100 block of Mintwood Place has led to the arrest of 20-year-old Joshua Whack. Newport News Police were called to the…

May 18, 2024

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Arrest Made in Newport News Double Murder Case

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Newport News, VA – After a thorough investigation, NNPD arrested and charged Camari Hayes, 20, with the double-homicide of two teenage males that occurred last August in the 4900 block of Rochester…

May 3, 2024

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Newport News Police Conclude Successful Series of High School Forums

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NEWPORT NEWS, VA — The Newport News Police Department (NNPD) hosted their final high school forum of the year this Monday morning at An Achievable Dream High School. Chief Drew was joined…

April 15, 2024

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Newport News Police Engage with High School Students in Community Forums

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NEWPORT NEWS, VA — Newport News Police Department concluded another week of high school forums on Friday, featuring engagements at Warwick High School and Heritage High School. Chief Drew, accompanied by Assistant…

April 13, 2024

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Newport News Man Sentenced in Major Credit Card Fraud and Identity Theft Scheme

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NEWPORT NEWS, VA – Damier Dorsey, a 29-year-old Newport News resident, was sentenced today to nine years and 11 months in prison for orchestrating a credit card fraud and identity theft operation…

March 10, 2024

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Suspect Arrested in Newport News Shooting

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Newport News, VA – A suspect has been arrested in connection with the January 27 homicide on 35th Street, following a ShotSpotter activation. At 7:49 PM on January 27, Newport News Police…

February 13, 2024

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Fugitive Murder Suspect Sought in Newport News Cold Case

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Newport News, VA – The Newport News Police Department (NNPD) is actively seeking new witnesses and leads in a homicide investigation dating back to December 30, 2021. At around 8:30 p.m. on…

February 12, 2024

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Newport News Officer Joins Local Youth for Super Bowl Weekend Neighborhood Football Game

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Newport News, VA – In the spirit of Super Bowl weekend, a Newport News Police Department officer took community policing to a new level. While patrolling the South Precinct, Officer Williams spotted…

February 12, 2024

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Fugitive Sought for Deadly Shooting in Newport News

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Newport News, VA – The Newport News Police Department is requesting the public’s assistance in locating a suspect involved in a fatal shooting that occurred on January 27, 2024. At approximately 7:49…

February 6, 2024

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Newport News Police Detectives Continue Search for Killer of 18-Year-Old Devonte Burris

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NEWPORT NEWS, VA – The Newport News Police Department is seeking public assistance in solving a homicide that occurred on September 3, 2023. At approximately 8:30 PM, officers responded to a shooting…

January 3, 2024

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Newport News Police Department Arrest Suspect in December 17 Homicide

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NEWPORT NEWS, VA – The Newport News Police Department (NNPD) has announced a significant breakthrough in the homicide case of Godfrey Junior Davidson, which occurred on December 17, 2023. After an extensive…

December 28, 2023

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Newport News Shooting Leaves One Dead, Two Injured

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NEWPORT NEWS, VA – A shooting incident in Newport News, on 74th Street and Roanoke Avenue has resulted in one fatality and two injuries. The Newport News Police Department responded to the…

December 23, 2023

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Man Found Dead, Shot Multiple Times in Newport News Parking Lot

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NEWPORT NEWS, VA – A fatal shooting incident has prompted an investigation by the Newport News Police Department. The event occurred on July 19, around 1:00 am in the parking lot of…

December 8, 2023

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