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"Virginia Beach Sees Declining Crime Rates, Fatal Crash Under Investigation"
- 2025/02/19
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In Virginia Beach, a fatal crash involving a pedestrian occurred on January 31, 2025, in the 3700 block of Bonney Road. Thomas Moore, 63, of Virginia Beach, was struck and killed by a vehicle that fled the scene. Following a comprehensive investigation, Michael Shippy, 41, of Virginia Beach, was identified as the suspect and taken into custody on February 7, 2025. Shippy was charged with two counts of Felony Hit and Run, Possession of a Schedule I/II Substance, and Driving Under the Influence. The case is ongoing.
On February 11, 2025, the Virginia Beach Police Department released 2024 crime data, highlighting a 22.3% decrease in violent crimes and a 4.3% decrease in Part I property crimes compared to 2023. The homicide rate fell by 46%, and shooting incidents decreased by 49%.
No other specific incidents were reported in the available sources for the previous week. However, the VBPD encourages anyone with information on crimes to contact the VBPD Special Operations Bureau at (757) 385-4606 or submit anonymous tips through Crime Solvers at 1-888-LOCK-U-UP or P3Tips.com.
Significant trends include a continued downward trend in violent and property crimes in Virginia Beach, attributed to the VBPD's use of technology, real-time crime center, and regional teamwork.
For emergency contact and tips, please call the VBPD Special Operations Bureau at (757) 385-4606 or submit anonymous tips through Crime Solvers at 1-888-LOCK-U-UP or P3Tips.com.
On February 11, 2025, the Virginia Beach Police Department released 2024 crime data, highlighting a 22.3% decrease in violent crimes and a 4.3% decrease in Part I property crimes compared to 2023. The homicide rate fell by 46%, and shooting incidents decreased by 49%.
No other specific incidents were reported in the available sources for the previous week. However, the VBPD encourages anyone with information on crimes to contact the VBPD Special Operations Bureau at (757) 385-4606 or submit anonymous tips through Crime Solvers at 1-888-LOCK-U-UP or P3Tips.com.
Significant trends include a continued downward trend in violent and property crimes in Virginia Beach, attributed to the VBPD's use of technology, real-time crime center, and regional teamwork.
For emergency contact and tips, please call the VBPD Special Operations Bureau at (757) 385-4606 or submit anonymous tips through Crime Solvers at 1-888-LOCK-U-UP or P3Tips.com.