57-year-old charged with malicious wounding after stabbing incident in Lynchburg
Read full article: 57-year-old charged with malicious wounding after stabbing incident in LynchburgThe Lynchburg Police Have arrested a 57-year-old woman in connection with a stabbing incident at the Birchwood Apartments in Lynchburg Thursday.
Lynchburg Police to hold press conference regarding recent homicide investigations
Read full article: Lynchburg Police to hold press conference regarding recent homicide investigationsThe Lynchburg Police Department will be holding a joint press conference this afternoon with community leaders to address the recent homicides and the investigations into them.
Suspect identified and charged with 2nd Degree Murder after killing 19-year-old in Lynchburg
Read full article: Suspect identified and charged with 2nd Degree Murder after killing 19-year-old in LynchburgA man is dead and a person of interest has been detained after a shooting in Lynchburg on Monday, according to LPD.
LPD responds to threatening writings at Heritage High School
Read full article: LPD responds to threatening writings at Heritage High SchoolHeritage High School was placed on a hold status while Lynchburg Police investigated the scene after suspicious writings and threats were discovered on a bathroom wall on Thursday morning, the department said.
LPD investigating single vehicle moped crash that seriously injured 34-year-old driver
Read full article: LPD investigating single vehicle moped crash that seriously injured 34-year-old driverThe Lynchburg Police Department is investigating a single-vehicle crash that resulted in serious injury to the 34-year-old driver.
35-year-old Lynchburg man arrested in connection with child pornography investigation, LPD said
Read full article: 35-year-old Lynchburg man arrested in connection with child pornography investigation, LPD saidThe LPD has arrested and charged a 35-year-old after multi-agency child pornography investigation.
Man arrested after child exploitation investigation in Lynchburg
Read full article: Man arrested after child exploitation investigation in LynchburgA man was arrested in a child exploitation investigation on Aug. 1, Lynchburg Police confirmed. The man was identified as 29-year-old Andrew Joseph O’Hop.
Lynchburg murders of Kingston Campbell and Terrion Marshall could be connected, police say
Read full article: Lynchburg murders of Kingston Campbell and Terrion Marshall could be connected, police sayAlmost a year after the tragic murder of 6-year-old Kingston Campbell, Lynchburg Police have revealed a possible connection to another murder in the community.
Lynchburg Police searching for armed and dangerous man in connection with assault, shooting
Read full article: Lynchburg Police searching for armed and dangerous man in connection with assault, shootingA search is underway for a man considered armed and dangerous in connection with a shooting that happened Tuesday night, according to the Lynchburg Police Department.
Driver dies after crashing into Lynchburg Boys and Girls Club building wall
Read full article: Driver dies after crashing into Lynchburg Boys and Girls Club building wallThe Lynchburg Police Department Traffic Safety Unit is investigating a single-vehicle crash after officers found a vehicle that struck a wall at the Boys and Girls Club, located at 1101 Madison Street.
Lynchburg Police investigating suspicious activity on Cabell Street, Peakland Place
Read full article: Lynchburg Police investigating suspicious activity on Cabell Street, Peakland PlaceLynchburg Police are investigating suspicious activity that occurred overnight in the Cabell St. and Peakland Pl. neighborhoods.
Two teens charged, another hurt after attempted robbery leads to shooting in Lynchburg
Read full article: Two teens charged, another hurt after attempted robbery leads to shooting in LynchburgThe Lynchburg Police Department is providing more information about a shooting that happened over the weekend.
Lynchburg woman shot by police was supposed to be in treatment facility, according to court documents
Read full article: Lynchburg woman shot by police was supposed to be in treatment facility, according to court documentsCourt documents show Ashley Gibbs Neeley received a furlough order to leave Amherst County Adult Detention Center and complete a program at Southstone Recovery Center.
Lynchburg officials, Kingston Campbell’s family raise money for ‘Kingston Reward Fund’
Read full article: Lynchburg officials, Kingston Campbell’s family raise money for ‘Kingston Reward Fund’Officials hope the Kingston Reward Fund will encourage someone, who knows something about Kingston's death, to come forward.
Man facing up to 935 years in prison for child pornography charges in Lynchburg
Read full article: Man facing up to 935 years in prison for child pornography charges in LynchburgA Lynchburg man could spend the rest of his life in prison in connection with child pornography charges that were brought against him in 2016.
Search warrants reveal Lynchburg 16-year-old was in driver’s seat of car in deadly shooting
Read full article: Search warrants reveal Lynchburg 16-year-old was in driver’s seat of car in deadly shootingAccording to search warrants, the 16-year-old was shot in the head and was found in the driver's seat of the car.
No charges one week after Lynchburg 12-year-old girl shot, killed
Read full article: No charges one week after Lynchburg 12-year-old girl shot, killedUniversity of Richmond Law Professors Julie McConnell tells 10 News that although charges haven't been filed in the death of Lynchburg pre-teen, Malayshia Solomon, it doesn't mean they're not coming.
Mom of slain Lynchburg 12-year-old claims boyfriend shot her daughter, search warrants reveal
Read full article: Mom of slain Lynchburg 12-year-old claims boyfriend shot her daughter, search warrants revealSearch warrants show during an interview with Lynchburg Police, the mom of Malayshia Solomon says her boyfriend shot her daughter.
23-year-old man arrested in connection to fatal 2021 Family Dollar shooting
Read full article: 23-year-old man arrested in connection to fatal 2021 Family Dollar shootingA 23-year-old man has been charged with second-degree murder, among other charges, in a deadly shooting in the parking lot of a Lynchburg Family Dollar in 2021.
Lynchburg City schools lockouts, lockdowns lifted after nearby incidents, dismissals delayed
Read full article: Lynchburg City schools lockouts, lockdowns lifted after nearby incidents, dismissals delayedLockdowns and lockouts at schools in Lynchburg City have been lifted, according to school officials, but dismissals will be delayed.
Man wanted after robbery, assault at WIN CITY, Lynchburg Police say
Read full article: Man wanted after robbery, assault at WIN CITY, Lynchburg Police sayLPD said the man is described as being approximately 6′1″ with a thin build and medium-length dreads, wearing a light-colored hoodie, darker two-toned pants, and light-colored tennis shoes.
Unease for Lynchburg neighbors after 10-year-old boy grazed in shooting
Read full article: Unease for Lynchburg neighbors after 10-year-old boy grazed in shootingAnyone who has video of the suspects on a security or doorbell camera or general information is asked to contact the Lynchburg Police Department at 434-455-6065.
Lynchburg’s River Ridge Mall hosts Heroes Serving the Community event
Read full article: Lynchburg’s River Ridge Mall hosts Heroes Serving the Community eventAgencies including Virginia State Police, the Lynchburg police and fire departments, and the Bedford County Sheriff’s Office were on hand, to interact with families, pass out free giveaways, and allow children to climb into their emergency vehicles.
Lynchburg police searching for attempted armed robbery suspect at AT&T store
Read full article: Lynchburg police searching for attempted armed robbery suspect at AT&T storeThe Lynchburg Police Department is asking for your help in locating a man they say is responsible for an attempted armed robbery at a cellphone store Thursday afternoon.
Lynchburg leaders urge people to stay off railroad tracks after fatal fall
Read full article: Lynchburg leaders urge people to stay off railroad tracks after fatal fallLynchburg Police say they’ve notified the families but are not releasing the names because there is still an ongoing investigation. They are not pursuing criminal charges.
Investigators identify Lynchburg officer who hit man trying to escape police on horseback
Read full article: Investigators identify Lynchburg officer who hit man trying to escape police on horsebackLYNCHBURG, Va. – Investigators have identified the officer who accidentally hit a man trying to escape police on a horse, according to the Lynchburg Police Department. Officer Michael Johnson, assigned to Patrol Operations, is the officer who accidentally hit Steve Rucker Jr., 57, of Amherst and has been with the department for six years, according to officials. Police told Rucker Jr. he had a warrant for violating a protective order, but authorities said he did not comply with the officers’ orders. AdAbout 14 minutes later, police said Rucker Jr. fell off his horse at 15th and Polk Streets while officers were still trying to stop him. However, as authorities approached him, Lynchburg Police said one officer accidentally hit him with a vehicle as he was laying in the roadway.
Police identify man hit by Lynchburg police car after trying to escape police on horseback, police say
Read full article: Police identify man hit by Lynchburg police car after trying to escape police on horseback, police sayUPDATELYNCHBURG, Va. - Lynchburg police have released the name of the man who fell off his horse and was hit by a police vehicle, according to the Lynchburg Police Department. ORIGINAL STORYThe Virginia State Police are investigating an officer-involved incident out of Lynchburg regarding a man who fled from authorities on a horse Saturday night. However, as authorities approached the man, Lynchburg Police said one officer accidentally hit the man with a vehicle as he was laying in the roadway. According to Lynchburg Police, officers immediately took action and requested the Lynchburg Fire Department for medical assistance. Lynchburg Police requested that Virginia State Police investigated the incident, and the involved officer has been placed on restricted duty.
Police still searching for person of interest following deadly Lynchburg shooting
Read full article: Police still searching for person of interest following deadly Lynchburg shootingLYNCHBURG, Va. – The search for answers continues after a deadly shooting in Lynchburg. Police still need your help to find 27-year-old Teron Slaughter — who is a person of interest in the case. As we’ve reported, 66-year-old Frank Smith was shot on Madison Street on Sunday and later died at the hospital. One neighbor, who asked 10 News not to be identified, says she’s still in shock. Dubie at 434-455-6102 or Crime Stoppers at 1-888-798-5900.
31-year-old Lynchburg man dies less than a week after apartment shooting
Read full article: 31-year-old Lynchburg man dies less than a week after apartment shootingLYNCHBURG – UPDATE: Jan. 3, 2021, at 1:50 p.m. Authorities confirm that the victim of last week’s shooting at McCausland Ridge Apartment died on Saturday. 31-year-old Ricky Johnson, of Lynchburg, succumbed to his injuries from the gunshot wound he received on Dec. 28, 2020. ORIGINAL STORYLynchburg Police are investigating a shooting that happened Monday night at the McCausland Ridge Apartments. One victim has been flown to Lynchburg General Hospital for treatment of serious injuries from a gunshot.
What’s News Today: police survey, offices reopen
Read full article: What’s News Today: police survey, offices reopenThe James Ingram Justice Center in Danville is expected to reopen today. The Lynchburg Office of Billings and Collections will reopen today. Today is the last day to give your feedback to Lynchburg Police. Earlier this month, it asked residents and visitors to give feedback on items like neighborhood concerns, police interactions and safety. The police chief says this data will help the department “understand expectations so we can better serve as their partners and protectors.
61-year-old dies after Lynchburg pedestrian crash
Read full article: 61-year-old dies after Lynchburg pedestrian crashLYNCHBURG, Va. – Lynchburg Police are investigating a vehicle crash that resulted in the death of a pedestrian Tuesday night. At 11:33 p.m., authorities responded to the 1500 block of Graves Mill Road for a report of someone who was injured in a parking lot. Officers said that when they arrived on the scene, they found one pedestrian that was hit by the vehicle. 61-year-old Rhonda Hayes, of Lynchburg, was pronounced dead on the scene. Anyone with information on this incident is asked to call 434-455-6047.
Two people shot, malicious wounding investigation underway in Lynchburg
Read full article: Two people shot, malicious wounding investigation underway in LynchburgLYNCHBURG, Va. – UPDATELynchburg Police are investigating a malicious wounding incident on Fillmore Street that happened Saturday night. At 10:10 p.m., two people arrived at Lynchburg General Hospital with non-life-threatening gunshot wounds, according to police. Here’s a map of the approximate location where police say the shooting happened:ORIGINAL STORYThe Lynchburg Police Department is investigating a malicious wounding incident that left two people injured. We are on scene at 11th and Fillmore Street for a malicious wounding after two individuals showed up at the ER with gunshot wounds. — Lynchburg Police (@LynchburgPolice) September 27, 2020In a tweet late Saturday night, LPD says two individuals showed up at the emergency room with gunshot wounds.
Lynchburg Police make changes, ask for continued peaceful demonstrations
Read full article: Lynchburg Police make changes, ask for continued peaceful demonstrationsThere are additional protests scheduled for this weekend, and the LPD looks forward to continued peaceful demonstrations in our city. Use of ForceThe Lynchburg Police Department has banned the use of chokeholds for at least the last 50 years. Sworn employees are never authorized to use the chokehold technique or any type of neck restraint unless deadly force is authorized. Duty to Intervene: Sworn employees have an obligation to protect the public and other employees. It shall be the duty of every sworn employee who witnesses inappropriate action by another officer to report that inappropriate action as soon as possible.