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"Virginia Beach Crime Wave: Securing Homes, Cars, and Vigilance Amid Spate of Incidents"
- 2025/04/07
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Between March 31 and April 6, 2025, several criminal incidents were reported in Virginia Beach. Here is a summary of notable events:
- **Oceanfront district - Aggravated assault**: On April 1, a physical altercation near Atlantic Avenue resulted in one individual being hospitalized with non-life-threatening injuries. Authorities confirmed the suspect fled the scene. Case remains under investigation.
- **Wesleyan Drive - Robbery**: On April 2, a suspect allegedly stole a purse from a pedestrian in a parking lot. Witnesses described the suspect as a male, approximately 6 feet tall, dressed in a dark hoodie and jeans. Police request public assistance for identifying the individual. Investigation ongoing.
- **Red Mill neighborhood - Residential burglary**: On April 3, police were dispatched to a home where entry was forced through the back door, and electronics were reported stolen. No suspect description is available. The case is active.
- **Princess Anne area - Vehicle theft**: A white 2022 Honda Accord was reported stolen on April 4. The vehicle's owner confirmed the car was parked in a residential driveway. Police are investigating and advise residents to secure their vehicles.
- **Salem Road - Drug-related arrest**: On April 5, during a traffic stop for a broken taillight, officers arrested a 29-year-old male for alleged possession of narcotics. The suspect remains in custody.
- **Town Center - Shoplifting**: On April 6, a suspect was apprehended attempting to leave a retail store with unpaid merchandise. Store security detained the individual until police arrived. Charges are pending.
Notable trends include an increase in property crimes, particularly vehicle-related thefts, over the past week. Residents are urged to remain vigilant, secure their belongings, and report suspicious activities.
For tips or information related to these cases, please contact the Virginia Beach Police Department at 757-385-5000 or submit anonymous tips through the Crime Solvers hotline at 1-888-LOCK-U-UP.
- **Oceanfront district - Aggravated assault**: On April 1, a physical altercation near Atlantic Avenue resulted in one individual being hospitalized with non-life-threatening injuries. Authorities confirmed the suspect fled the scene. Case remains under investigation.
- **Wesleyan Drive - Robbery**: On April 2, a suspect allegedly stole a purse from a pedestrian in a parking lot. Witnesses described the suspect as a male, approximately 6 feet tall, dressed in a dark hoodie and jeans. Police request public assistance for identifying the individual. Investigation ongoing.
- **Red Mill neighborhood - Residential burglary**: On April 3, police were dispatched to a home where entry was forced through the back door, and electronics were reported stolen. No suspect description is available. The case is active.
- **Princess Anne area - Vehicle theft**: A white 2022 Honda Accord was reported stolen on April 4. The vehicle's owner confirmed the car was parked in a residential driveway. Police are investigating and advise residents to secure their vehicles.
- **Salem Road - Drug-related arrest**: On April 5, during a traffic stop for a broken taillight, officers arrested a 29-year-old male for alleged possession of narcotics. The suspect remains in custody.
- **Town Center - Shoplifting**: On April 6, a suspect was apprehended attempting to leave a retail store with unpaid merchandise. Store security detained the individual until police arrived. Charges are pending.
Notable trends include an increase in property crimes, particularly vehicle-related thefts, over the past week. Residents are urged to remain vigilant, secure their belongings, and report suspicious activities.
For tips or information related to these cases, please contact the Virginia Beach Police Department at 757-385-5000 or submit anonymous tips through the Crime Solvers hotline at 1-888-LOCK-U-UP.