Crime & Safety stories in Richmond

ALLEGHENY COUNTY, Pa. (Gray News) - A woman admitted to killing her best friend’s 6-week-old son and injuring his twin brother while babysitting in Pennsylvania, prosecutors said.Nicole Virzi, 32, pleaded guilty Wednesday to third-degree murder and other charges, avoiding a potential death penalty t

BOSSIER PARISH, La. (KSLA/Gray News) - A former high school band director facing dozens of sex offense charges is in critical condition after shooting himself during an arrest Thursday, authorities said.Bossier Parish Sheriff’s deputies were serving an arrest warrant for 56-year-old Kevin Williams a

Nearly $400,000 worth of illegal drugs were recovered last week by Virginia State Police (VSP) as part of its ongoing crime suppression operations.

VOLUSIA COUNTY, Fla. (Gray News) - A 21-year-old woman was arrested after allegedly posting a photo of herself with a caption that she was going to shoot President Trump.“We are not going to tolerate threats to assassinate the president,” the Volusia County Sheriff Mike Chitwood wrote in a social me

During a recent 10-day operation in Texas, nearly 4,200 immigrants living illegally in the U.S. were arrested, with over 60% having criminal histories. Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin highlighted the operation's success in enhancing community safety.

BUCKEYE, AZ. (AZFamily/Gray News) - An Arizona man is accused of sending another man to sexually assault his fiancée while she was home with her children, according to police.Zarian Dyer, 23, was arrested at his job Thursday morning and charged with aggravated assault, sexual abuse, attempted sexual

A former childcare employee in Henrico, accused of assaulting seven children, has been granted conditional contact with minors during the holidays. This decision was made during a court hearing where her bond conditions were modified.

Donald Lee, a 48-year-old Richmond resident, has been charged with nine counts of distributing child pornography following an investigation. Authorities seized multiple devices containing over 300 images and videos of child sexual abuse during a search warrant execution.

LORAIN COUNTY, Ohio (WOIO/Gray News) - Moments after a celebrated college professor and his wife were shot to death inside their Ohio home, prosecutors say the suspect knocked on a stranger’s door and asked to be recorded on video confessing to the killings.Asia Nguyen-Duy, 31, of Ashland, Oregon, a

A U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement officer accused of intentionally ramming his car into a Mexican construction worker in Houston was charged Friday with aggravated assault with a deadly weapon, prosecutors said.WATCH: VIDEO SHOWS ICE OFFICER HITTING MAN IN HOUSTON ICE agent hits man with SU

This week's news in Richmond includes investigations into reported sexual assaults, a fatal car accident, and community health awareness. The weather forecast predicts a warm Friday followed by a cooler weekend.

A blockchain intelligence firm has attributed a massive $6.3 billion hack of Binance to North Korea's elite hacking unit, TraderTraitor. The cryptocurrency exchange has frozen $3 billion in affected assets and is working to recover losses for users.

Democratic Senate candidate Mary Peltola denied Thursday that she knew anything about an effort to put another candidate on the Alaska ballot with the same name as the Republican incumbent as the Justice Department escalated a criminal investigation with new grand jury subpoenas.I just want to clear

Detectives are investigating two reported sexual assaults involving elderly women in Richmond's Chimborazo and The Fan neighborhoods. An unknown male allegedly entered homes through unlocked doors, prompting police to urge residents to secure their homes.

Bernard Garvin Jr. has been convicted of attempted murder for shooting a woman in the head following a verbal dispute in Beaufort, SC. The incident occurred in June 2023, leading to the victim's hospitalization and Garvin's eventual arrest.

Richmond police report multiple sexual assaults against elderly women in their homes, with assailants entering through unlocked doors. The incidents have raised concerns about safety in the community.

Hopewell Police arrested two men on multiple charges related to child sexual abuse material. Willy Ellis Slate and Christopher Lee Tellez face numerous felony counts as the investigation continues.

A Kentucky caretaker was arrested for recording a violent incident where a 92-year-old man allegedly tried to suffocate his wife. Both the husband and caretaker face serious charges, raising concerns about elder abuse in assisted living facilities.

Daniel Singletary, who pleaded guilty to stabbing a classmate, has had his request for reconsideration of an 18-year prison sentence denied by a judge. This decision comes several months after his guilty plea.

William Carroll, a former Mobile City Council member, was arrested for making alarming threats at a Hooters restaurant. He allegedly told employees he 'rapes little girls' and 'kills people for a living,' leading to his arrest on two counts of making terrorist threats.

A Richmond man has been implicated in a disturbing case involving over 300 images and videos of child sexual abuse discovered on his flash drive. The police have launched an investigation into the matter.

A van crashed into the West End Thrift store in Henrico on Monday night, causing damage but leaving most merchandise intact. The 37-year-old driver has been charged with driving while intoxicated, and the store plans to reopen soon.

Two men from Central Virginia are facing a total of 120 charges related to child sexual abuse, including the creation and possession of child sexual abuse material. The allegations have been brought forth by authorities in Hopewell.

A woman was shot Thursday afternoon in front of the Republican Party of Virginia's offices. The incident, which occurred around 1:45 p.m., is not believed to be related to the party's operations.

South Carolina police have closed their investigation into Hayden Panettiere's accidental overdose death, confirming it was due to multiple drugs including fentanyl. The actor, known for her roles in 'Heroes' and 'Nashville,' was found unresponsive in August at the age of 36.

A 23-year-old man has been charged with kidnapping after a terrifying incident was captured on surveillance video in Honolulu. Witnesses intervened to help a woman who was being attacked in a condo garage.

A Russian drone strike on a crowded train platform in Dnipro, Ukraine, resulted in at least 13 fatalities. The attack occurred as passengers were boarding Train No. 866, highlighting the ongoing dangers faced by civilians in the region.

Today's news highlights include a tragic baby death in a Chesterfield crash, Dominion's energy plan projecting higher bills, and political ad fact-checking for 1st District candidates. Additionally, neon political posters have drawn police attention in Henrico.

Jacob Allen Morley, a convicted murderer who escaped from prison, is being sought by authorities after a bank robbery in Wisconsin. The FBI is offering a $15,000 reward for information leading to his capture as concerns grow over his potential danger to the public.

A 10-year-old girl was found tied up in a closet after being abducted from her apartment in Canby, Oregon. The suspect, Vince Edgar Chavez, was arrested following a tactical rescue operation by U.S. Marshals. The incident has raised concerns in the community regarding the lack of an Amber Alert.