March 11, 2009
Police search Amherst County site for escaped inmate
Police narrowed the search to the area River and Kings roads in Amherst County late last night
New software will help local e-911 centers
Roanoke city has had the software for two years…but it will be new to 6 other jurisdictions.
Chatham Jail inmates blamed for sewer problems
Pittsylvania County officials say they will cooperate with Chatham in solving the clogged sewer line problem the town manager believes is caused by inmates at the county jail flushing sheets, trustee uniforms, mop heads and other items down the toilets.
March 10, 2009
Lynchburg Police search for man who sexually attacked woman
According to police, a woman was walking on U.S. 501 near the intersection when a Hispanic man approached her just after 6:30 a.m.
Prisoner escapes from Blue Ridge Regional Jail
Larry Wayne Dodson Jr. escaped from a recreation yard. Bloodhounds being used in search.
Deadly State Police shooting in Floyd County ruled justified
Investigators say Vincent Lumia was bi-polar, and high on marijauana when he crashed into multiple police cruisers
March 09, 2009
Lynchburg nightclub involved in shooting has history of crime
We learn more about past crimes at this nightclub and its alcohol license.
Lynchburg Police search for child burning suspect
Severe burns suffered two weeks ago have a 5-year-old boy still receiving medical treatment
Galax campaign office macing suspects receive punishment, no jail time
As part of a plea deal, the assault charge was knocked down to disorderly conduct.
25 indicted in Botetourt County drug roundup
Deputies are arresting 25 people, including 18 from Roanoke
$1 million from Economic Stimulus for 9th district police, sheriff’s departments
Congressman Rick Boucher says the money can be used for training or equipment
March 08, 2009
Teenager shot in Lynchburg, police search for suspect
Lynchburg Police say a 17-year-old boy was shot early Sunday morning. Police are looking for a suspect.
March 07, 2009
Chatham man arrested while attempting to rob store
A Chatham man is facing charges after breaking into a convenience story early Saturday morning.
March 06, 2009
Man arrested in connection with December rape
Danville Police arrested Marquise Brown of Pittsylvania Co. Friday in connection with a rape that happened last December.
Pit bull attacks boy, deputy shoots dog
The boy was riding his bike when two pit bulls began to chase him. One bit the boy on the hand, causing serious hand injuries. The Henry County Sheriff’s Office says the dog that bit the boy is in an animal control shelter while the second dog had to be shot on the scene.