CRIME & SAFETY
Police investigating after man shot in Salem
SALEM, Va. – The Salem Police Department is investigating after a man was shot in Salem Tuesday night. Officers responded to a call for shots fired in the 1800 block of Conehurst Boulevard at around 10:08 p.m. Upon arrival, we’re told officers did not find any evidence of a...
Roanoke man sentenced to over a year after shooting two people at Food Lion
ROANOKE, Va. (WFXR) — A man has been sentenced to over one year in jail for shooting two people at Food Lion in Roanoke in 2023. According to court records, on April 26, Kemonte A. Cooper was sentenced to more than seven years in jail, however, some of his charges were amended.
Salem Police in search of missing 16-year-old boy
SALEM, Va. (WDBJ) - The Salem Police Department is in search of a missing 16-year-old boy last reported seen Monday. According to police, Andy Toapanta is described as having brown eyes and black hair. He is 5′5″ and 220 pounds. Police say Toapanta is considered a runaway and...
18-year-old charged with Robbery in connection to shooting on Stratford Park Dr.
ROANOKE, Va. (WFXR)—The Roanoke Police Department took an 18-year-old into custody in connection to a shooting on Stratford Park Drive that happened on Wednesday, April 24. On April 24, officers were dispatched to the 3800 block of Stratford Dr. on a shots fired report. Officers found two victims with gunshot wounds, and they were taken to Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital.
'Epitome of a public servant': Salem Police Department captain thanked for his service
SALEM, Va. (WSET) — The City of Salem, Virginia Police Department is thanking a captain for his service for his upcoming retirement. Officials said the Salem Police Department and the Salem community salute Captain Todd Clayton. Tuesday marks Captain Todd Clayton's final day on the job after 26 years...
Man arrested for robbery that led to shooting death
ROANOKE, Va. (WDBJ) - Roanoke Police have arrested an 18-year-old man for a robbery in which another man was shot to death. Jae’vian M. Allen of Roanoke County is in jail. The man who was shot during the robbery has been identified as Javonte D. Smith, 19 of Roanoke. Police say he has died of his injuries.
WATCH: Man caught on camera stealing an ambulance while medics were responding to a call - The Sprint
ROANOKE, Va. – Happy Hump Day! Come take a breather with us during the Sprint and we’ll share some stories that’ll lift your spirits!. The Sprint airs live at 12:30 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. each day. Missed it? No worries! You can watch it here!. Here’s where...
Botetourt Co. man facing assault, gun charges following standoff
FINCASTLE, Va. (WSET) — A Fincastle man was taken into custody after a domestic violence abduction led to a standoff with sheriff's deputies late Monday. Sixty-year-old Richard Boone Willard, Jr. is facing multiple charges, including abduction, assault and battery of a family member, preventing persons from calling 911, reckless handling of a firearm and possession of a firearm by a convicted felon.
Local police say anti-Semitic flyers being distributed in the Roanoke Valley area
ROANOKE, Va. (WFXR) – Local law enforcement agencies are reporting that anti-Semitic materials have recently been distributed in neighborhoods throughout the Roanoke Valley area. If you have found a baggie on your doorstep containing flyers with graphic images and negative messages about people of the Jewish faith, you’re not...
Mother of slain teen calls for accountability in Operation Ceasefire
ROANOKE, Va. – NeSean Divers was 16 years old when he was shot and killed. Right about now, he should be preparing for prom, and getting his cap and gown for graduation. But instead, 10 News talked with his mom LaCiann to see the failures she still sees in the system, when it comes to trying to put a stop to gun violence after his death.
Montgomery County School Board releases statement about investigation into events leading up to two teen deaths in Blacksburg
The Montgomery County School board released a public statement Wednesday, describing some of the results from an investigation into the death of two teenage students. The investigation found issues within the school division’s handling of events leading up to the deaths. Last November, two teenagers were found dead inside...
Roanoke police participate in community walk on Hershberger Road
ROANOKE, Va. – Dozens of officers were out and about on Hershberger Road in Roanoke for a community walk on Tuesday. The Roanoke Police Department teamed up with the Williamson Road Business Association to talk to people in the area about crime and traffic safety. “There’s been several accidents,...
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