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Virginia Beach Police Investigate Variety of Crimes: Thefts, Burglaries, and Identity Fraud
- 2025/03/12
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Virginia Beach Police reported several incidents over the past week. On February 7, a hit-and-run occurred in the 1600 block of Spence Gate Circle when a 2010 Honda Accord backed into another vehicle and fled the scene. The driver's description is unknown, and the case remains under investigation.
On February 10, a petit larceny took place at the Barnes & Noble on Lynnhaven Parkway. A suspect shoplifted Lego sets valued under $1,000 around 7:30 p.m. before leaving in a vehicle. Police are seeking information on the suspect's identity.
A burglary was reported on February 16 at the Smoke Plaza Vape Shop on Virginia Beach Boulevard. Multiple suspects broke in and stole various items. The case is open as police work to identify those involved.
Also on February 16, two male suspects collaborated to steal a bottle of alcohol valued at $22.99 from the 7-Eleven on Pacific Avenue. One suspect physically concealed the item before they left the store. Police are investigating.
On February 18, a female suspect entered the Dollar General on Virginia Beach Boulevard, placed two shower curtains valued at $16 in her purse, and exited without paying. The woman is described as white with additional details unavailable.
In a separate incident, a suspect entered Nordstrom Rack on Virginia Beach Boulevard on February 8, took two pairs of shoes totaling $128, and left without paying. Police are working to identify the individual responsible.
A larceny occurred on January 15 at 104 N. Witchduck Road when a suspect cut the lock on an orange bicycle and rode away. The case remains open as investigators seek leads.
On February 2, a suspect used fraudulently purchased gift cards at Cinema Cafe. Police are investigating the incident as obtaining money by false pretenses.
An identity theft case from December 2 is still under investigation. An individual allegedly used a victim's personal information to take out two loans totaling approximately $12,000 at Lendmark Financial on Independence Boulevard.
Virginia Beach Police Chief Paul Neudigate recently presented crime statistics for 2024 to the City Council, highlighting several positive trends. Violent crimes decreased by 22.3% compared to 2023, reaching a five-year low. Property crimes dropped 4.3%, with notable declines in larcenies from vehicles (down 17%) and vehicle thefts (down 27%). Shooting incidents decreased by 49%, and the homicide rate fell by 46% from 24 to 13 cases.
The police department continues to investigate these and other reported crimes. Anyone with information about these incidents is urged to contact Virginia Beach Crime Solvers at 1-888-LOCK-U-UP or submit an anonymous tip via P3Tips.com. For emergencies, always call 911.
On February 10, a petit larceny took place at the Barnes & Noble on Lynnhaven Parkway. A suspect shoplifted Lego sets valued under $1,000 around 7:30 p.m. before leaving in a vehicle. Police are seeking information on the suspect's identity.
A burglary was reported on February 16 at the Smoke Plaza Vape Shop on Virginia Beach Boulevard. Multiple suspects broke in and stole various items. The case is open as police work to identify those involved.
Also on February 16, two male suspects collaborated to steal a bottle of alcohol valued at $22.99 from the 7-Eleven on Pacific Avenue. One suspect physically concealed the item before they left the store. Police are investigating.
On February 18, a female suspect entered the Dollar General on Virginia Beach Boulevard, placed two shower curtains valued at $16 in her purse, and exited without paying. The woman is described as white with additional details unavailable.
In a separate incident, a suspect entered Nordstrom Rack on Virginia Beach Boulevard on February 8, took two pairs of shoes totaling $128, and left without paying. Police are working to identify the individual responsible.
A larceny occurred on January 15 at 104 N. Witchduck Road when a suspect cut the lock on an orange bicycle and rode away. The case remains open as investigators seek leads.
On February 2, a suspect used fraudulently purchased gift cards at Cinema Cafe. Police are investigating the incident as obtaining money by false pretenses.
An identity theft case from December 2 is still under investigation. An individual allegedly used a victim's personal information to take out two loans totaling approximately $12,000 at Lendmark Financial on Independence Boulevard.
Virginia Beach Police Chief Paul Neudigate recently presented crime statistics for 2024 to the City Council, highlighting several positive trends. Violent crimes decreased by 22.3% compared to 2023, reaching a five-year low. Property crimes dropped 4.3%, with notable declines in larcenies from vehicles (down 17%) and vehicle thefts (down 27%). Shooting incidents decreased by 49%, and the homicide rate fell by 46% from 24 to 13 cases.
The police department continues to investigate these and other reported crimes. Anyone with information about these incidents is urged to contact Virginia Beach Crime Solvers at 1-888-LOCK-U-UP or submit an anonymous tip via P3Tips.com. For emergencies, always call 911.