Man charged in March homicide of Newport News woman
NEWPORT NEWS, VA — A man has been charged in connection with the March 29 death of a Newport News woman, police announced Thursday. Officers were dispatched to the 1900 block of…
Newport News Man Charged in Uncle’s Fatal Shooting
NEWPORT NEWS, VA – An arrest has been made in the homicide of 41-year-old Wayne McMillan following an early morning shooting last Sunday. Newport News Police Department (NNPD) reported that they responded…
Newport News Police Seek Help to Identify Robbery Suspects
NEWPORT NEWS, VA—The Newport News Police Department is requesting the public’s assistance in identifying two suspects involved in a robbery. On Saturday, July 27, shortly after 11:00 PM, two unknown Black males…
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…
Newport News Police Arrest Suspect in 2022 Homicide of Teen
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…
Newport Craft Distilling Acquires KEEL Vodka
NEWPORT, RI — Newport Craft Distilling has announced its acquisition of KEEL Vodka, integrating the Rhode Island-based light spirit into its distinguished lineup of beverages, which includes White Squall Vodka & Gin,…
Newport News Police Department Seeks Help to Identify Robbery Suspect
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…
High-Speed Chase Ends in Crash, Suspect at Large in Newport News
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…
Deadly Crash Reported in Newport News
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…
Newport News Man Arrested for Shooting and Multiple Felonies in North Stafford
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,…
Newport News Police and Teens Team Up for Community Clean-Up
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…
20-Year-Old Joshua Whack Arrested for Murder of Newport News Man
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…
Arrest Made in Newport News Double Murder Case
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…
Newport News Police Conclude Successful Series of High School Forums
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…
Newport News Police Engage with High School Students in Community Forums
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…
Newport News Man Sentenced in Major Credit Card Fraud and Identity Theft Scheme
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…
Suspect Arrested in Newport News Shooting
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…
Fugitive Murder Suspect Sought in Newport News Cold Case
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…
Newport News Officer Joins Local Youth for Super Bowl Weekend Neighborhood Football Game
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…
Fugitive Sought for Deadly Shooting in Newport News
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…
Newport News Police Detectives Continue Search for Killer of 18-Year-Old Devonte Burris
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…