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1ST HOMICIDE OF 2008At about 5:30 P.M., Sunday, February 3, 2008, Police Communications received several calls for gunshots heard in the area of the shopping center in the 400 block of Oriana Road. One call also indicated that there had been a shooting in the shopping center parking lot. When officers arrived they located a male victim lying about three quarters of the way across the unlit parking lot from a large abandoned store. The victim was pronounced deceased at the scene by medics.Officers learned that a black newer model Ford Taurus, occupied by three black males, was seen leaving the area following the gunshots. There is no further suspect description at this time. A motive for the shooting is not yet known. The victim is identified as Jonte Rashon Terry, 18, of the 400 block of Denbigh Boulevard. Anyone with information about this case is asked to call Newport News Crime Line at 1-888-LOCK-U-UP. Callers may remain totally anonymous, are never required to testify in court and could be eligible for up to a $1,000 reward for information leading to an arrest. ARMED ROBBERYNewport News Police need your help to solve a case of armed robbery. On January 7, 2008, a lone male suspect entered the Walgreens Drug Store located at 600 J. Clyde Morris Boulevard and robbed the clerk at gunpoint. We need your help to locate the man responsible and bring him to justice.The suspect is a black male, approximately 27 yrs old, 5'6"-5'7', slim built, medium brown complexion, short neat hair cut, wearing light blue tee shirt, dark hooded jacket, baggy shorts white tennis shoes, carrying a large frame silver and black semi-automatic handgun. He escaped on foot with and unspecified amount of cash. If you know anything about this armed robbery - call Crime Line at 1-888-Lock-U-Up. Your tip, if it leads to an arrest could earn you a cash reward of up to $1,000. Remember your call to Crime Line is confidential and you never testify in court. ARMED ROBBERYSaturday night, January 26th, at approx. 10:50 pm, a b/m in his 20's with a medium to dark complexion, mustache, 5' 10 to 5' 11" - 170 lbs., with a dark coat, hooded cap, dark pants and white tennis shoes, walked into the Wilco gas station located at 6104 Jefferson Ave. N.N., produced a small silver colored handgun and robbed the clerk of cash.At approx. 1:30 am January 27th a man matching nearly the same description entered the Walgreens located at 600 J.Clyde Moris Blvd. produced a small silver colored handgun and robbed the clerk of cash. Anyone with information about these overnight robberies is asked to call Crime Line at 1-888-LOCK-U-UP. POLICE INVESTIGATE REPORTED ROBBERY AND RAPEAt about 11:30 P.M. Tuesday, January 22, 2008, two patrol officers were in the parking lot of the South Precinct located at Jefferson Avenue and Briarfield Road when they were approached by a man who stated that he an a female companion had just been robbed and that the female had been raped, in the area of 18th Street and Marshall Avenue.Both victims report that they were sitting in a car in the 1800 block of Marshall Avenue and that an unknown suspect, armed with a small handgun, approached them and demanded that the male victim get out of the car. The suspect then struck the male victim several times with the gun and robbed him of cash. The suspect then demanded that the female get out of the car at which time the suspect fondled and raped her. After the rape the suspect reportedly returned to the inside of the car looking for additional property and, finding none, walked away in the direction of Marshall Avenue. The male victim reports being struck with the gun several times during this incident. The suspect is described as a black man 18-21 years old, weighing about 140 pounds. He was wearing dark clothing including an oversized black jacket with fur on the hood. He was last seen walking north on Marshall Avenue. Virginia law prohibits releasing the identity of the female victim other than that she is a sixteen-year-old Newport News woman. She was taken to a local hospital for treatment. The male victim is identified as Larry Branch, 27, of the 2100 block of Woodmansee Drive in Hampton. Mr. Branch had no visible signs of injury and declined any medical attention. Anyone with information about this case is asked to call Crime Line at 1-888-LOCK-U-UP. Callers may remain anonymous and could be eligible for a cash reward for information leading to an arrest POLICE INVESTIGATING BURGLARY AND RAPENewport News Special Victims detectives are investigating a burglary and rape that occurred in the 11100 block of Jefferson Avenue between 10:00 and 10:15 this morning. The thirty-five-year-old victim had returned home from a trip to the store and had been inside her residence for only a few minutes when she was accosted by two suspects who apparently were in the home when she returned. One of the suspects was armed with a handgun and raped the victim while the second suspect continued to go through the residence.Both suspects are described as black men between seventeen and twenty-years-old. Both have small builds and both have a light complexion. Both were wearing what is described as black flight jackets with hoodies, black jeans and black shoes. The suspects removed a pink portable DVD player along with several compact disks. The suspects left through the rear of the residence. Anyone with information about this case is asked to call Newport News Crime Line at 1-888-LOCK-U-UP. Callers may remain totally anonymous and could be eligible for a cash reward for information that leads to an arrest. UPDATE 1/28/08:   The victim in this case met today with investigators and provided information which led to the development of the two attached composite drawings of the suspects. Suspect #1 was armed with a handgun and committed the rape. The second suspect did not display a weapon and did not participate in the assault.
CREDIT CARD FRAUD A victim reported he left his Mastercard at the Home Depot in Hampton. On December 9, 2007, an unknown person made multiple purchases on the card. A suspect was caught on surveillance video making purchases at the Newport News Wal-Mart, at 12401 Jefferson Ave. Anyone with information is asked to call Crime Line at 1-888-LOCK-U-UP. CREDIT CARD FRAUD
On December 9, 2007 and unknown woman cashed a forged check at the K-Mart located at 401 Oriana Rd. in Newport News. The victim reported her personal checks had been stolen from her mailbox and two had been cashed.
Anyone with information is asked to call Crime Line at 1-888-LOCK-U-UP. ROBBERYNewport News Police need your help to solve a case of armed robbery. On January 7, 2008, a lone male suspect entered the Walgreens Drug Store located at 600 J. Clyde Morris Boulevard and robbed the clerk at gunpoint. We need your help to locate the man responsible and bring him to justice.The suspect is a black male, approximately 27 yrs old, 5'6"-5'7', slim built, medium brown complexion, short neat hair cut, wearing light blue tee shirt, dark hooded jacket, baggy shorts white tennis shoes, carrying a large frame silver and black semi-automatic handgun. He escaped on foot with and unspecified amount of cash. If you know anything about this armed robbery - call Crime Line at 1-888-Lock-U-Up. Your tip, if it leads to an arrest could earn you a cash reward of up to $1,000. Remember your call to Crime Line is confidential and you never testify in court. BURGLARY & GRAND LARCENYNewport News Police need your help to solve a case of Burglary and Grand Larceny.On August 1, 2006 between 11:00 pm and 7:45 am some unknown person/s broke into the Classic Bowling Lanes located at 630 - 79th Street in Newport News, broke into the business safe and tool a large amount of cash. Detectives working leads in this case developed a suspect believed responsible. Warrants are on file for the arrest of 28-year-old Antonio Edmund Banks. Antonio Banks is 5'9", 170 lbs., He was last seen in October of 2007 with a full beard. He is wanted for burglary and grand larceny. If you know where we can find Antonio Edmund Banks - call Crime Line at 1-888-LOCK-U-Up. Your tip, if it leads to an arrest could earn you a cash reward of up to $1,000. Remember your call to Crime Line is confidential and you never testify in court. ARMED ROBBERYNewport News Police need your help to solve an attempted armed robbery.On Sunday December 23, 2007 at 3:25 pm, a 33-year-old Newport News man was in his car, in the Taco Bell drive-thru, located at 14409 Warwick Blvd. when an unknown man approached him on foot, produced a hand gun and demanded cash. We need your help to find the man responsible and remove him from our streets. The victim seeing the hand gun, speed away for the drive-thru, striking the curb and several bushes, as the suspect fired several shots. A total of four shots were fired. Several rounds were found in the victim’s driver’s side door. The suspect is described as a Hispanic male between 18 and 22 years old, wearing a white hooded jacket with black writing and black pants. He fled the scene on foot. Anyone with information about this daytime attempt armed robbery is asked to call Crime Line at 1-888-LOCK-U-Up. Your tip, if it leads to an arrest could earn you a cash reward of up to $1,000. Remember, your call to Crime Line is confidential and you never testify in court. EAST COAST GAS STATION ARMED ROBBERY SUSPECT SOUGHT Newport News Police need your help to solve a armed business robbery. On September 11, 2005 at 5:20 am a man wearing all dark clothing and pointing a handgun rushed into the East Coast Gas Station located at 11702 Jefferson Ave. and in less than two minutes robbed the clerk. We need your help to locate this armed robbery suspect and bring him to justice. Surveillance video shows the man described as a b/m, 5’6” tall, with a black jumpsuit, a blue cloth covering his head and face and what appeared to be white rimmed sun-glasses. If you can help us solve this armed robbery call - Crime Line at 1-888-Lock-U-Up. Your tip, if it leads to an arrest could earn you a cash reward of up to $1,000. Remember, Crime Line calls are confidential and callers are not required to leave their names, telephone numbers or ever testify in court. For the Newport News Crime Line, this report was submitted by Officer Harold Eley.
CARJACKING SUSPECT SOUGHT  Police need your help to identify this suspect who was involved in a carjacking in Newport News. He was caught on surveillance entering a 7-11 at Merry Oaks Ln. and Warwick Blvd. just prior to the carjacking incident. If you recognize the man in the white T-shirt with the large logo in front or any of his companions call Crime Line at 1-888-Lock-U-Up. If you can help us solve this case call - Crime Line at 1-888-Lock-U-Up. Your tip, if it leads to an arrest could earn you a cash reward of up to $1,000. Remember, Crime Line calls are confidential and callers are not required to leave their names, telephone numbers or ever testify in court. For the Newport News Crime Line, this report was submitted by Officer Harold Eley.
CREDIT CARD FRAUD  Newport News Police need your help to solve a case of illegal use of a credit card. On August 9, 2005 a Grafton woman informed police that some person/s unknown stole her purse from her vehicle in York Co. Between on August 8th at 11:00 pm and August 9th at 8:00 am the card was used at Walgreens located a Denbigh Blvd. and Jefferson Ave. in Newport News. We need your help to identify the person making these purchases. Surveillance video shows a woman making specific purchases and leaving the store. She is described as a white or Hispanic female with long brown or Auburn hair and what appears to be a large tattoo on her right arm just above the elbow. If you recognize this woman CALL - Crime Line at 1-888-Lock-U-Up. Your tip, if it leads to an arrest could earn you a cash reward of up to $1,000. Remember, Crime Line calls are confidential and callers are not required to leave their names, telephone numbers or ever testify in court. For the Newport News Crime Line, this report was submitted by Officer Harold Eley.
CROWN GAS STATION LARCENY SUSPECT SOUGHT Police need your help to identify a suspect who committed a larceny from the Crown Gas Station located at 4900 Jefferson Ave on September 9, 2005 at 8:40 am. He is described as a w/m around 25 years of age.
If you recognize this man in the red top. Call Crime Line at 1-888-Lock-U-Up. If you can help us solve this case call - Crime Line at 1-888-Lock-U-Up. Your tip, if it leads to an arrest could earn you a cash reward of up to $1,000. Remember, Crime Line calls are confidential and callers are not required to leave their names, telephone numbers or ever testify in court. For the Newport News Crime Line, this report was submitted by Officer Harold Eley. Newport News Police need your help to solve an armed robbery.On August 18, 2005 just before 5:00 pm a 30-year-old Newport News man entered the Jiffy Lube located at 730 J. Clyde Morris Blvd. While in the waiting room he was approached by two men he had observed hanging around the business while leaving his vehicle in the service bay. Both suspects attempted to push the victim into the business restroom. When he resisted, a gun was pressed into his side and he was robbed of his cash and a cell phone. One of the men has been positively identified and with your help we will remove this man from our streets. Warrants are on file for the arrest of 25-year-old Terrence M. Guy. Terrence Guy is 6’ 2” tall - 150 lbs. His last known address is 713 Shadwell Ct. in the Denbigh area of the City.Murder Suspect Sought in New York Police Officer Death
Police need your help to locate man wanted for the murder of a New York Police Officer. Moises (pronounced Moses) Valerio, also known as “MO”, is 30-years-old. He’s 5’7” tall 170 lbs. He has brown eyes, a mustache and goatee, and has a short brown crew cut hair style. Valerio maybe driving a 1995 Misubishi Galant with Virginia plates JDS-9095 or a 1995 Nissan Altima Va. tags JEK-1385. He may also be staying in the 1000 block of 30th Street in Newport News and is also known to frequent the city of Virginia Beach. Consider him armed and dangerous.
POLICE WARN AGAINST CURB PAINTINGPolice also want to alert the public to an unnamed company which is leaving notices on neighborhood residences recommending residents allow the company to paint home address numbers on home curbs, for a nominal price. In the city of Newport News, by City Code section 3-6, painting or marking city property is illegal and violators can be charged a misdemeanor subject to a $100.00 fine. If you are approached for this service in Newport News call the Newport News Police Department at 247-2500 or Crime Line at 1-888- Lock-U-Up. If your information leads to an arrest you could earn a cash reward of up to $1,000. Remember, Crime Line calls are confidential and callers are not required to leave their names, telephone numbers or ever testify in court. For the Newport News Crime Line, this was submitted by Officer Harold Eley.MAN ATTEMPTS TO ABDUCT 15 YEAR OLD GIRL
On September 16, 2005, at around 6:30 a.m. at 15-year-old Newport News girl was waiting at the school bus stop at Woodcreek Road and Longleaf Lane when two subjects in a red vehicle approached her. The passenger exited the vehicle, grabbed the victim’s arm and told her to get in the car. As the victim was screaming, a witness yelled at the suspect. The suspect released the victim and got back into the vehicle. The vehicle left the area towards Cherry Creek. The victim did not report the incident until she arrived at school. Woodside High School officials then notified police. The victim was able to give police a good description of the suspect, however she was unable to describe the driver. The suspect is described as a b/m, 6’0”, cornrows, green eyes, early 30’s, skinny build, with a dark complexion, and a mole on the right side of his mouth. He was last seen wearing a black T-shirt, baggy blue jeans, and black tennis shoes. A composite drawing of the suspect is being created. The 4-door vehicle was red, dingy, with square taillights and a dent above the gas tank. Investigators are asking anyone who witnessed the incident or with information to call the Newport News Police Department at 247-2500 or Crime Line at 1-888-LOCK-U-UP.
FIRE INVESTIGATORS ARE SEARCHING FOR TIPS IN WICKHAM AVENUE FIRESeptember 14, 2005 - The Newport News Fire Department Fire Marshal's office is seeking a black male, approximately 6'2" tall, in his 40's with a balding head. The man is believed to have information about a fire that occurred on August 15, 2005, at the 2700 block of Wickham Avenue, Newport News, VA. The man has been known to frequent the Wickham Avenue area and is a possible drug abuser with distinguishing marks of dirty fingernails. Anyone with information about this man should contact the crime line at 1-888-LOCK- U-UP or 1-888-562-5887. All information is confidential.POLICE INVESTIGATE THE SIXTEENTH HOMICIDE OF 2005
Just before 11:30 p.m. Monday, September 12, 2005, a Newport News Police patrol officer was flagged down at 17th Street and Jefferson Avenue in reference to a burglary. As he proceeded down 17th Street, he observed two individuals coming out of an apartment in the 1600 block of Harbor Lane. One of the subjects was armed. The officer gave chase and one of the subjects, later identified as Antonio Deon Walker, was apprehended in an apartment in the 500 block of 17th Street. As this was occurring, at approximately 11:31 p.m., communications received a call of a subject shot in an apartment in the 1600 block of Harbor Lane. The investigation revealed that the two incidents were related. Upon arriving at the Harbor Lane apartment, emergency personnel located Lorenzo Antwan Thomas, 24, of the 1600 block of Harbor Lane in Newport News, lying on the floor in a downstairs room. Mr. Thomas was pronounced dead at the scene by medics. The preliminary investigation revealed that two individuals went to the apartment on Harbor Lane to commit a home invasion. During the home invasion, Mr. Thomas was shot. Antonio Deon Walker, 20, of the 900 block of 13th Street in Newport News, has been charged with murder, (five counts) use of a firearm in the commission of a felony, possession of a firearm by a convicted felon, (two counts) abduction, (two counts) burglary, robbery, and attempt robbery. He was placed in the custody of the Newport News City Jail. Inquiries regarding court dates or bond information should be direct to the Newport News Sheriff’s Office. The second suspect has not been apprehended. The case remains under investigation and detectives are asking any witnesses or anyone with information to contact Newport News Crime Line at 1-888-LOCK-U-UP.
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ROBBERY - Crime of the Week of August 22, 2005Newport News Police need your help to solve a robbery from business. On August 5, 2005, at around 7:30 am a man entered the Circle D Food Mart located at 5606 Jefferson Ave. and asked the owner/clerk for assistance. He then produced a sharp object, grabbed the owner by her hair and ordered her to open the register. When she couldn’t he took the register and fled the business. We need to solve this case of robbery and bring the guilty man to justice. The suspect is described as a b/m with a dark complexion, six(6) foot tall, between 150 -180 lbs. between 30 - 40 years old. He was clean shaven with very close cut hair and he wore a light blue T-shirt and black pants. He ran on foot into the Brookridge Apartment complex. If you know anything about this business robbery CALL - Crime Line at 1- 888-Lock-U-Up. Your tip, if it leads to an arrest could earn you a cash reward of up to $1,000. Remember, Crime Line calls are confidential and callers are not required to leave their names, telephone numbers or to ever testify in court. For the Newport News Crime Line, this report was submitted by Officer Harold Eley.BURGLARY - Crime of the Week of August 15, 2005Newport News Police need your help to identify a man wanted for questioning in a case of burglary. On July 1, 2005, after midnight, some person/s unknown burglarized the Cash Advance store at 13771 Warwick Blvd. Entry was made by breaking through the store’s roof. We need your help to identify a man police believe may have information about the burglary. The investigation reveals that the man seen in this surveillance video purchased items found at the scene of the break-in. He is a white or Hispanic male with an afro style haircut, mustache and he wore a yellow stripped shirt. Police believe this man has information that will solve this burglary. If you recognize this man or know anything about this burglary CALL - Crime Line at 1-888-Lock-U-Up. Your tip, if it leads to an arrest could earn you a cash reward of up to $1,000. Remember, Crime Line calls are confidential and callers are not required to leave their names, telephone numbers or to ever testify in court. For the Newport News Crime Line, this report was submitted by Officer Harold Eley.
MAN SOUGHT FOR ARMED ROBBERY OF JUVENILES
On Monday afternoon at 5:30 p.m. a 41-year old man robbed two Newport News youth on the street at gun-point. The juveniles, 15 and 16-year-old Newport News males, were walking in the 600 block of Hampton Ave. The suspect fled the robbery and was seen entering a duplex apartment. Police called a tactical situation but found the home empty upon entry. The suspect has been identified and shortly after 1:00 am this morning (8/16/2005) warrants were obtained for the arrest of 41-year old Kenneth “Moe” Williams.
Kenneth Williams is 5’ 4” tall, 150 lbs. His last known address, 626 Hampton Ave. Warrants are on file for robbery, attempt robbery and two counts of use of a firearm in the commission of a felony. Anyone knowing the whereabouts of Kenneth Williams is asked to call the Newport News Police Department at 247-2500 or Crime Line at 1-888-LOCK-U-UP. A photo is attached. ROBBERY/MAIMING - Crime of the Week of August 8, 2005
Newport News Police need your help to solve a street robbery and maiming. On August 4, 2005, shortly after 11:30 am a disabled 33-year-old Newport News man was attacked in the 1200 block of 23rd Street. One of the two men responsible has been identified. We need your help to locate the known robber and remove him from our streets. During the robbery the victim was beaten with a one foot stick which had a piercing object attached to the tip.
Police need your help to locate 18-year-old Lamont Antonio Robinson. Robinson is 5’5” - 155 lbs. with a short afro hairstyle. He is most often seen in the 4600 block of Rochester Court and in the area of 22nd Street and Chestnut Ave. If you know anything about this maiming and robbery and the idenity of the second suspect CALL - Crime Line at 1-888-Lock-U-Up. Your tip, if it leads to an arrest could earn you a cash reward of up to $1,000. Remember, Crime Line calls are confidential and callers are not required to leave their names, telephone numbers or to ever testify in court. For the Newport News Crime Line, this report was submitted by Officer Harold Eley. HIT AND RUN TRUCK SOUGHT BY POLICEWe need the public's assistance in locating a truck that was involved in the hit and run fatality that occurred on Sunday, July 24, 2005. The truck is described as a red over white, 1992, Ford, F-250, bearing Virginia license plates T/V 79663 (this is read T over V 79663).WOMAN DIES IN HIT AND RUN CRASH
Update 7/27/05: On Tuesday, July 26, 2005, just before 6:00 p.m. a witness came forward and assisted police in locating a vehicle involved in the hit and run as well as identifying the driver. A gold, 1993, Isuzu Rodeo was located in the 1200 block of 72nd Street. Investigators believe the Isuzu Rodeo was the first vehicle that struck Jonika Travis. This vehicle has currently been impounded. The driver of the Rodeo has been identified as Sosimo Melchor, of Canden, North Carolina. Mr. Melchor is 5’8”, 160 lbs., with brown hair, brown eyes and a mustache. Mr. Melchor has been charged with Felony Hit and Run and remains at large. At approximately 3:00 a.m. this morning, Hampton Police responded to the area of Penwood Drive and Greenwood Drive in reference to a suspicious male. Hampton officers located the red over white, 1992, Ford F-250 truck as well as the owner of the vehicle. Investigators are currently interviewing the owner. No charges have been obtained at this time. Investigators are also looking for a white, late 1980’s to early 1990’s, Chevy Astro van with white trim on the side. Attached is a photo of Sosimo Melchor.
At about 10:00 p.m. Sunday, July 24, 2005, police and medics were dispatched to a report of an auto/pedestrian traffic crash at Jefferson Avenue and Morris Drive. When emergency personnel arrived they found a female victim that had been struck by two to three pickup trucks and/or SUVs, while attempting to cross the southbound traffic lanes. All of the vehicles involved in the crash fled the scene without stopping. The victim was pronounced dead at the scene by medics. Although there was traffic in the area, apparently no one stopped at the scene of the crash. At this time investigators have been unable to determine any description of the suspect vehicles or drivers involved. Police are seeking the public’s assistance in solving this crime. Anyone with information is asked to call Newport News Crime Line at 1-888-LOCK-U-UP. Callers are reminded they may remain totally anonymous and could be eligible for up to a $1,000 reward for information that leads to an arrest. Investigators are attempting to identify and interview a black man that was seen speaking with the victim just prior to the crash. The victim is identified as Jonika A. Travis, 24, of the 300 block of 73rd Street in Newport News.
INCREASE IN STOLEN VEHICLESThe Newport News Police Department has experienced a significant increase in the number of stolen cars since the first part of June and is asking the public’s assistance in both solving these cases and preventing auto theft. Since April 1, 2005 there have been 180 stolen autos in the City. While this is a significant drop from the same time frame last year, there has been an increase from 45 in May to 63 in June. It seems as though many of the cars are being stolen by teens who use them to joyride. There are easy measures that drivers can take to help prevent their car being stolen. Nearly 20% of all stolen cars have the keys in them; about 50% of stolen cars are left unlocked. Hidden keys can easily be found if a thief takes time to look. Where the driver parks can also help prevent a stolen car; well-lit areas and attended lots should be used whenever possible. Many cars are stolen because the driver has left the car running while they are at a convenience store, ATM, gas station, etc. In the warmer months, it is common for drivers to leave the windows partially down. This is not a good idea. If a garage is available it should be used and both the garage doors and the car doors should be locked. If leaving the car unattended for an extended period of time, the driver may wish to disable it by removing the electronic ignition fuse, coil wire, or rotor distributor. In addition to taking these measures, there are many devices that may prevent a stolen car. These items include steering wheel locks and electronic security systems among others. Stolen cars are more easily traced when the vehicle identification number has been etched on car windows. The Public Information Office will arrange for any interviews necessary for coverage of this topic.Anyone with information that may help solve any auto theft case is asked to anonymously call Newport News Crime Line at 1-888-LOCK-U-UP
Officer Involved Shooting - Crime of the Week of June 1, 2005On Tuesday night, May 31, 2005, at around 11:15 pm, three uniformed patrol officers were on routine foot patrol at 33rd Street and Roanoke Ave., walking in the rear of the Big Apple Convenient Store, when approximately four (4) gunshots were fired in their direction. Two(2) of the three officers returned fire and a suspect fled eastbound on 33rd Street. No one was struck in the exchange. We need your help to find the shooter and remove him from our streets. The suspect is described only as a b/m in dark clothing. If you know anything about this shooting incident - call Crime Line at 1-888-Lock-U-Up. Your tip, if it leads to an arrest could earn you a cash reward of up to $1,000. Remember, Crime Line calls are confidential and callers are not required to leave their names, telephone numbers or to ever testify in court. For the Newport News Crime Line, this report was submitted by Officer Harold Eley.
Robbery & Shooting Suspect Still Not IdentifiedNewport News Police is asking anyone that has information concerning a robbery and shooting that occurred in the parking lot behind Soap & Suds located at 6044 and 6046 Jefferson Ave. on Sunday morning May 15th at 1:56 am. to please call NNPD at 247-2500 or Crime Line at 1-888-LOCK-U-UP.As a large crowd was exiting Infinitys Night Club ( Jefferson and Mercury) when the victim, 19 year old Lashae McMillan of the 1800 block of Beall Dr. in Hampton was shot in the hip while being robbed of a necklace/chain in the parking lot. He was taken to Riverside Regional Medical Center with a non-life threatening wound. There was also a separate fight in progress in the same lot at nearly the same time as the robbery/shooting. Police have no leads. As so many people were in the lot(s) exiting the club police believe someone has information that will identify the unknown robber/shooter. The suspect is described only as a b/m 5' 6" 1`45 lbs. wearing dark clothing and a red bandana and red hat pulled down to conceal his identity.
Newport News police need your help to solve a street robbery. On April 14, 2004 at 2:10 am police responded to Riverside Regional Medical Center where a shooting victim was being treated for a back wound. The victim told the officers he was in the no hundred block of Middlesex Road at the Hidenwood North Apartment Complex, when he was approached by three unknown black men. Each was armed with a hand gun and during the robbery he was shot in the back. We need your help to locate these men and remove them from our streets. Each of the men were wearing black flight jackets with black hooded sweatshirts underneath. Each also wore a black mask covering the bridge of the nose down.
POLICE INVESTIGATE NINTH HOMICIDE OF THE YEAROn Friday, April 22nd at around 9:40 p.m. police responded to the 4500 block of Orcutt Ave. to calls of shots fired. Police found 26-year-old Daniel Justin Pankey of the 3300 block of Wickham Ave. suffering from a gunshot wound to his upper torso. Medics pronounced him dead at 9:45 p.m. Investigators have interviewed several persons in reference to the shooting/homicide and the evidence located appears to be consistent with an attempt robbery or burglary. Preliminary indications place Mr. Pankey at the scene armed with an assault type rifle. That weapon has been recovered. This is an on going investigation and will be updated when information becomes available. Anyone with information is asked to call the Newport News Police Department at 247-2500 or Crime Line at 1-888-LOCK-U-UP.
POLICE INVESTIGATE SEVENTH HOMICIDE OF YEARAt about 2:00 a.m. Saturday, March 26, 2005, police responded to a reports of gunshots and a shooting in the 5800 block of Jefferson Avenue. When officers arrived they found a white Cadillac Escalade in the far right lane of the southbound traffic lanes of Jefferson Avenue. The driver of the car was found inside the car deceased. A passenger was found to be suffering multiple gunshot wounds to his lower extremities. Uniform officers and detectives were able to determine that an unknown black male had walked up to the SUV as it was waiting to turn into the Majik City parking lot and fired numerous times into the vehicle. The suspect then walked to a dull color 1980’s model Chevrolet that drove from the area. The deceased is identified as Donald D. Smith, 27, of the 100 block of Prince George Drive in Hampton. The surviving victim is identified as Jason Wayne Sadler, 26, of the first block of Wild Duck Court in Hampton. Mr. Smith was taken to a local hospital where his injuries are described as non-life threatening. This case remains under investigation by the Department’s Homicide Squad. Anyone with information is asked to call Newport News Crime Line at 1-888-LOCK-U-UP. Callers are reminded they may remain totally anonymous and could be eligible for up to a $1,000 reward for information leading to an arrest.
ABDUCTION ATEMPTED OF SCHOOL AGE CHILDOn Monday afternoon 3/14/2005 between 2:30 and 2:50 pm two (2) incidents occurred in which school aged children were approached in the Denbigh area of the city. In the first incident a 12-year-old Newport News boy was walking home from a school bus stop near the intersection of Beechmont Road and Catalina Drive, when he was approach by two men (described as black males between 25 and 30 years old) in an older model box shaped tan car. The passenger in the vehicle asked the juvenile if he wanted some candy. The boy ran from the scene and reported the incident to his parents. In the second incident a 15-year-old Newport News girl was walking on Denbigh Blvd. from Denbigh High School towards Garrow Road when a man approached her from the rear and grabbed her around her neck. An unknown person yelled out and startled the suspect who released the victim and ran from the scene on foot. The suspect is described as a light skinned black or a white male wearing a black sweats a black ski-mask, around 5’11” tall around 180 lbs. There is no evidence that the two incidents are related. Police are asking the person who yelled out in the 2nd incident to call police. Anyone observing any suspicious activity is asked to call the Newport News Police Department immediately at 247-2500 or Crime Line at 1-888-LOCK-U-UP.
On February 19, 2005 at around 6:30 pm an unknown b/m entered Esquire News at 28th Street and Wickham Ave. He asked for change, brandished a firearm and robbed the business of all it’s cash. We need your help to locate the offender and remove him from our streets. After taking the cash the suspect jumped into a light colored vehicle and fled the scene. He is described as a b/m 5’8” tall - 170 lbs. 30-40 years old with a light complexion, acne, unshaven wearing a black hat, black leather jacket and black pants. On March 7th at 10:00 pm two unknown men robbed four victims in two back to back robberies in the 500 block of Waters Edge Dr., in the Harbours Apartment complex. The two-unknown b/m’s approached and robbed victims 1 and 2 in an apartment stairwell. Victims 3 and 4 were parked in the lot outside the stairwell when the suspects approached their car, opened the doors pointed hand guns and demanded all of their belongings. The suspects ran eastbound from the scene. Suspect 1 is described as a b/m 20-30 years old around 6 foot tall wearing all black clothing and a black bandanna over his face. Suspect 2 also a b/m was 20-30 years old, 5’ 10” tall wearing a camouflaged jacket black pants and boots. Both had handguns. If you know anything about there robberies - call Crime Line at 1-888-Lock-U-Up. Your tip, if it leads to an arrest could earn you a cash reward of up to $1,000. Remember, Crime Line calls are confidential and callers are not required to leave their names, telephone numbers or to ever testify in court. For the Newport News Crime Line, this report was submitted by Officer Harold Eley.
On January 29, 2005 at about 3:55 pm two unknown men entered the Dollar General Store located at 17413 Warwick Blvd. Inside one kept watch while the other forced his way into the managers office, grabbed a purse and stole the wallet inside. We need your help to identify these men and bring them to justice. Surveillance video caught the crime in progress. Suspect #1 and #2 then left the store getting into a car in the parking lot.
Police are asking for public assistance identifying a man who attempted to abduct a 13-year-old female. On Thursday, January 20, 2005, at approximately 10:58 a.m., a 13-year-old female was sitting outside in the no hundred block of Paul’s Park Circle when an unknown white male in a vehicle approached her. The suspect asked the female to get inside of his vehicle and she refused. When the suspect continued to question the victim, she ran to a neighbor’s house for help. The man is described as a heavy set, white male, with a chubby face and wrinkles and was wearing prescription wire-framed glasses. He is 40-50 years old with dark brown eyes and medium length wavy hair with gray on the sides. The suspect’s vehicle is a 1987/1988 Chevy Berreta, with faded black paint and a red stripe running down the side. The vehicle has a loud exhaust. Anyone with information is asked to call Crime Line at 1-888-LOCK-U-UP or the Newport News Police Department non-emergency number at 247-2500. A photograph of a Chevy Berreta of a similar make and model as the suspect vehicle is attached.
On Tuesday, January 11, 2005, at approximately 8:30 p.m., a 32-year-old Newport News female was being driven home after a first date. The victim’s date, who she knows as “Mike” pulled the vehicle into a parking area behind Fazoli’s located at 11739 Jefferson Avenue and raped her. The suspect then drove the victim home. The victim has described her attacker as a white male in his 30’s, 6’ 2”, 220 lbs., with a muscular build, a fair complexion and short brown hair in a military style cut. The suspect claimed to be a police officer, however he never displayed a badge or a weapon. The suspect was driving a newer model, possibly a 2003, 2004, Jeep Cherokee. The Jeep is bronze with a black leather interior and VA license plates. Anyone with information is asked to call the Newport News Police Department at 247-2500 or call Crime Line at 1-888-Lock-U-Up. Virginia State Code prohibits the release of the victim’s identity in sexual assault cases. A photograph of a Jeep Cherokee of a similar make and model of the suspect vehicle is attached.
On January 11th at 2:30 am an unknown man entered the 7- 11 store at 2610 Jefferson Ave. and attempted to walk out with an arm full of store merchandise. He was stopped by a store employee. The suspect then fought his way out of the store.
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On August 18, 2005 police took a man to a local area hospital. He is believed to be 88-year-old Raymond Parker (also known as Raymond Farlin).
Attached is a photograph which was taken in the Virginia Educators Credit
Union, 812 Main Street. Detective DeJesus needs the public's assistance
in identifying the black male in the lower right hand corner of the
photograph. The subject was talking on a cell phone at the time of this
photograph. The detective is interested in speaking to this individual
about the UPS driver shooting.Anyone with information is asked to call Detective DeJesus at 926-8318
or crime line at 1-888-LOCK-U-UP.
At approximately 12:30 a.m. Saturday, July 16, 2005 Newport News Police and medics responded to a report of a deceased person in the 300 block of Charles Street. Upon arriving, emergency personnel located Joseph E. Miller, III, 19, of the 100 block of Olde Towne Run in Newport News, lying on the grass outside the residence. Mr. Miller was pronounced dead at the scene by medics. The victim had several injuries that may be gunshot wounds. His body was taken to the Medical Examiner’s Office in Norfolk to determine the exact cause of death. Through an extensive investigation, detectives were able to develop a suspect in this case. Glen Jones, Jr., 21, of the first block of Forest View Road in Newport News, has been charged with murder and use of a firearm in the commission of a felony. He was placed in the custody of the Newport News City Jail. Inquiries regarding court dates or bond information should be direct to the Newport News Sheriff’s Office. Jones was arrested at Police Headquarters after being interviewed.
The following 13-year-old boy ran away from his home at 208 Pointer Circle, Newport News, on Thursday June 9, 2005. While police do not believe he is in any specific danger, his whereabouts are unknown and every known location where he may be hiding has been checked. He has an African accent and was last seen wearing a light brown long t-shirt and light tan pants in the area of Gildersleev Middle School. He may be in the wooded areas.
Newport News police need your help to solve several incidents of larcenies.
Newport News police need your help to solve multiple cases of indecent exposure. On March 6, March 15 and March 18th, 2005 three incidents of indecent exposure occurred in the city. In each case the male suspect got the attention of a female victim in public. The suspect then exposed himself and inappropriately touched himself in front of his victim. We need your help to stop these sexual crimes and remove these men from our streets. Detectives working the incidents have found that 67 like incidents have occurred in the city since January of 2004. These three composite drawings fit the general description of the suspects in all the incidents. The indecent exposures have occurred in parking lots, at bus stops, in parked vehicles, any public place where people are moving to and from work or school. If you know anything about these incidents or observe any related suspicious activity, move away from the suspect, get a detailed description including clothing, vehicles and license plate numbers, then call the Newport News Police Department at 247-2500 or Crime Line at 1-888-Lock-U-Up. Your tip, if it leads to an arrest could earn you a cash reward of up to $1,000. Remember, Crime Line calls are confidential and callers are not required to leave their names, telephone numbers or to ever testify in court. For the Newport News Crime Line, this report was submitted by Officer Harold Eley.
At about 1:00 p.m. this afternoon (4/22/05) Indian Creek Correctional Officers were delivered an Indian Creek Correctional Facility inmate to Senerity House (a drug rehabilitation facility) located at 161 Richneck Road in Newport News. While approaching another inmate to be returned to the Indian Creek Correctional Facility the inmate escaped custody, running into the woods behind Senerity House. Indian Creek Correctional Officers and Newport News Police searched the area with K-9 with negative results. At large is 37-year-old Glenn Chapman, of the Indian Creek Correctional Facility in Chesapeake Virginia. Chapman is 5’ 11” 175 lbs. When last seen Chapman was wearing a blue Hawaiian print shirt with a blue T-shirt underneath, baggy blue jeans and white tennis shoes. Anyone knowing the whereabouts of Glenn Chapman is asked to call the Newport News Police Department at 247-2500 of Crime Line at 1-888-LOCK-U-UP.
A lone b/m entered the Wachovia Bank at 441 Denbigh Blvd. on Friday (4/15/05) at 12:47 PM. The man approached a teller, implied a weapon and handed the teller a note demanding cash. If anyone recognizes this suspect in the gray hooded sweat suit Call the Newport News Police Department at 247-2500 or Crime Line at 1-888-LOCK-U-UP. Suspect is 20 - 30 years old 6'2 - 6'3 " - 170-180 lbs Hooded gray sweatsuit / stripped across the chest and runs the arms / white tennis shoes
At approximately 8:33 pm Wednesday evening, 3/16/2005, police received a 911 call of shots fired in the area of 21st Street and Terminal Ave. On the scene, police found a 2000 Gold colored 4-door Acura in the middle of Terminal Ave. (facing n-bound just south of 21st Street). In the drivers seat was the body of a 20-year-old man who died of multiple gunshot wounds to his torso. Medics pronounced him dead at 8:40 pm. A tentative identification of the victim has been made but that identity can not be released pending notifications and positive identification. Detectives conducted a canvass of the surrounding neighborhood and developed information regarding the circumstances of the murder. Shortly after 1:30 am this morning, Homicide Detectives arrested 21-year-old James Curtis Miles of the 700 block of 72nd Street in Newport News. Miles is charged with murder, robbery and two(2) counts of use of a firearm in the commission of a felony. Statements provided by several individuals during this on going investigation lead to the arrest. Miles remains in jail on no bond. As this is an ongoing investigation police ask anyone with knowledge of this shooting/homicide to contact the Newport News Police Department at 247-2500 or Crime Line at 1-888-LOCK-U-UP.
On March 6, 2005 at around 3:30 p.m., a 15-year-old Newport News girl was in front of the Food Lion store at Pilot House Drive and Jefferson Avenue (11700 block of Jefferson Avenue) when she was approached by a man driving a black four door car. The suspect started a conversation from his window about looking for an apartment in the area. While talking to the victim, the suspect exposed himself and began masturbating. The victim quickly left the area and the suspect followed her for a brief distance down Pilot House Drive and then made a U-turn and traveled back towards Jefferson Avenue. The girl went home and reported the incident to her family who called police. The victim was able to give police a good description of the suspect. A composite drawing of the suspect is attached. The suspect is described as a black or Hispanic male in his 20’s, with a light complexion, black curly hair, a black thick beard and a bruise or a mark between his eyes or eyebrows. He was last seen wearing a black ball cap, a white shirt, and possibly gray or green sweat pants. The victim was only able to describe the suspect vehicle as a black four-door car. The vehicle make is unknown. Anyone with information is asked to call the Newport News Police Department at 247-2500 or Crime Line at 1-888-LOCK-U-UP.
4/15/05 – UPDATE: Newport News Detectives have obtained warrants for Travis L. Jackson, 21, for the February 22nd rape of a Newport News woman. Jackson has been charged with burglary, abduction, (3) counts of use of a firearm during the commission of a felony, attempted robbery, and rape. His last known address is the no hundred block of Manilla Lane in Hampton. He is known to frequent the area of Rip Rap Road and King Street in Hampton. A 2001 photo is attached.
About 11:00 p.m. Tuesday, February 22, 2005, police responded to a report of a shooting in the 12800 block of Jefferson Avenue. According to the victim and witnesses, the victim and two relatives were in a mini-van on Jefferson Avenue just north of Denbigh Boulevard when the suspect fired a weapon at the van. Markeida Cooke, 21, of the 100 block of Doolittle Road in Hampton, was struck in her arm. She was taken to Riverside Regional Medical Center where she was treated and released. The suspect was identified as Morris Lee Randall, Jr., 28, of the 100 block of Indian Summer Lane in James City County. Detectives have obtained warrants charging Randall with maiming, two counts of attempt maiming, three counts of use of a firearm in the commission of a felony, shooting into an occupied vehicle and possession of a firearm by a convicted felon. Randall is also wanted in Hampton on similar charges. Randall is 5’8” tall, 140 pounds, with brown eyes and black hair in braids. He has a moustache and a tattoo on his upper right arm. Randall is known to have a very violent demeanor and should be considered armed and dangerous. He is known to frequent Walker Village Apartments. Anyone with information on the whereabouts of Randall is asked to call Crime Line at 1-888-LOCK-U-UP. Callers are reminded they may remain totally anonymous and could be eligible for a cash reward for information leading to an arrest.
On February 12, 2005 at around 4:15 p.m. at 12-year-old Newport News girl was walking in a cut through between Aquaduct Apts. and the old Food Lion store when a man driving a green SUV offered the girl money to get in his vehicle and show him how to get to Denbigh Blvd. When the girl refused he kept asking offering more money each time he asked. The girl ran home and reported the incident to her family who called police. The victim was able to give police a good description of the suspect and his vehicle. A composite drawing of the suspect and a like type vehicle in attached. The suspect is described as a b/m, 35-40 years old with a dark complexion, a scar or burn over his left eye and right cheek lighter in color than his skin. He was last seen wearing a brown knit cap, and a button-down green jacket with a black inner collar. The vehicle (possibly an Isuzu Rodeo) was green in color and had a green Christmas tree shaped air freshner hanging from the rear view mirror. The SUV also had a covered spare tire on the rear. Anyone with information is asked to call the Newport News Police Department at 247-2500 or Crime Line at 1-888-LOCK-U-UP.
On Wednesday, February 16, 2005, between 8:00 p.m. and 8:45 p.m. a 36 year old, Newport News woman was jogging in the 700 block of Thimble Shoals Blvd. when two black males knocked her to the ground and struck her in the face. The suspects robbed the victim of some money and then attempted to rape her, however they were scared off by an older model green car. The victim was able to describe one of the suspects and a composite is attached. That suspect is described as a black male in his late teens, early 20's, medium complexion, 5' 7" to 5' 8", thin build, 140 lbs. He was wearing a red and white jogging suit, white tennis shoes, and a red headband. The suspect in the the composite may frequent the bus stop at Thimble Shoals and Jefferson Ave. The victim could only describe the second suspect as a black male with a similar build and wearing a gray jacket and blue jeans. Detectives are asking for the publics assistance in identifying this individual. In addition, the driver of the older model green car is asked to call the police department because they may be have information in reference to this case.
4/14/05 – UPDATE: After Receiving information on the whereabouts of Eric Lloyd Harrison, 18, of the 600 block of Ridley Circle, detectives and members of the South Precinct HIP unit responded to the 600 block of Ridley Circle located and arrested him in regards to this case. He has been charged with first degree murder and use of a firearm in the commission of a felony. Mr. Harrison was placed in the custody of the Newport News City Jail. He is the brother of the first suspect arrested in connection with this case. Harrison was arrested at about 9:00 p.m. Wednesday, April 13, 2004.
17-year-old, Brandon Earl Fowler allegedly robbed a 19-year-old Newport News man at gunpoint on January 21, 2005. He has threatened the victims safety and is believed to be armed. Brandon Fowler is 5' 10" tall, 160 lbs. and was last seen in the 400 block of Turlington Road. Warrants are on file for robbery and use of a firearm in the commission of a felony.
On January 16, 2005 at about 4:00 am, a 22-year-old Norfolk man was sitting in his parked car, in the 2200 block of Parish Ave., when he was approached by an unknown man. The man asked the victim for marijuana. When the victim said no the man then demanded the car and grabbed the door handle. We need your help to locate the man responsible and bring him to justice. As the man grabbed the door handle the victim drove off . The carjacker then produced a hand gun and opened fire shattering the drivers side window and striking the victim in both arms. The suspect is described as a b/m, 6 foot tall 160 lbs wearing a gray hoodie and light blue jeans. His appearance was unkempt. There was a second suspect present but no description is available. If you know anything about attempt carjacking and shooting - Call Crime Line at 1-888-Lock-U-Up. Your tip if it leads to an arrest could earn you a cash reward of up to $1,000. Remember, crime line calls are confidential and callers are not required to leave their names, telephone numbers or to ever testify in court. For the Newport News Crime Line, this report was submitted by Officer Harold Eley. On January 25, 2005 at 4:40 pm.a man walked into Bowie Market located at 663 Ivy Ave., walked to the beer cooler and took a 12-pack of Ice House beer. He then walked out of the store. If you recognize this man call Crime Line at 1-888-lock-u-up.
On January 6, 2005 at about 9:50 pm a shooting occurred in a rooming house in the 1100 block of 28th Street. Police found one shooting victim lying on the sidewalk at the corner of 28th and Roanoke Ave. This victim is now wanted for his involvement in the double shooting and with your help we will locate this man and remove him from our streets. Garrick Earl Horton Jr. is 19-years-old. He is 6’3” tall 152 lbs with thick medium length dreadlocks. The investigation now shows that a second victim was shot in an apparent home invasion and Horton, who has now disappeared, is responsible. Warrants are on file for maiming and use of a firearm in the commission of a felony. If you know where we can find Garrick Earl Horton Jr.- Call Crime Line at 1- 888-Lock-U-Up. Your tip, if it leads to an arrest could earn you a cash reward of up to $1,000. Remember, Crime Line calls are confidential and callers are not required to leave their names, telephone numbers or to ever testify in court. For the Newport News Crime Line, this report was submitted by Officer Harold Eley.
Newport News Police need your help to identify an armed robbery suspect. On December 22, 2004 at 4:30 pm a 62-year-old Newport News man riding a bicycle from a corner store was robbed at gun point by an unknown b/m. The suspect watched the victim enter the store then followed him to the area of 700 block of 26th Street where he produced the handgun and placed it to the victim’s head. With your help we can take this dangerous individual off our streets. During the robbery the suspect stated he would kill the victim then struck the victim on the head with the gun, discharging one round. The suspect then took the victim’s cash, wallet and black mountain bike. The suspect is described as a b/m 18-20 years old, 5’8 - 5’10” tall, wearing an oversized black flight jacket, blue jeans and held a dark colored handgun in his left hand. Surveillance video shows the suspect watching the victim just prior to the robbery. If you recognize this man or know anything about this armed robbery - Call Crime Line at 1-888-Lock-U-Up. Your tip if it leads to an arrest could earn you a cash reward of up to $1,000. Remember, crime line calls are confidential and callers are not required to leave their names, telephone numbers or to ever testify in court. For the Newport News Crime Line, this report was submitted by Officer Harold Eley.
Newport News Police need your help to identify a man wanted for larceny from
business.
Newport News Police need your help to locate a man wanted for armed robbery. On
Friday night, August 17, 2004, at 9:05 p.m. an unknown man wearing a nylon mask over his face and head, walked into the
Pizza Hut family restaurant located at 13659 Warwick Blvd. The man approached the manager and another employee demanding
they open the register and get on the floor. We need your help to identify this man and bring him to justice. After
grabbing cash the man exited the front door and ran southbound to the rear of the business. He is described as a b/m,
6 foot tall, in his late teens to mid 20's wearing all black clothing and waving a black hand gun. If you reconize this man
- Call Crime Line at 1-888-Lock-U-Up. Your Crime Line tip,
if it leads to an arrest, could earn you a cash reward of up to $1,000. Remember,Crime Line calls are confidential and
callers are not required to leave their names, telephone numbers or to ever testify in court. For the Newport News Crime
Line, this information was submitted by Officer Harold Eley.
On July 26, 2004 a unknown woman, while shopping in Radio Shack located at 14331 Warwick Blvd., removed two Palm PDA's from their packages, placed the items in her purse then left the store. She is described as a black female 5'5" to 5' 8" tall, 140- 150 lbs with earrings on the top of her ear. If you recognize this woman Call Crime Line at 1-888-Lock-U-Up. Your tip if it leads to an arrest could earn you a cash reward of up to $1,000. Remember, crime line calls are confidential and callers are not required to leave their names, telephone numbers or to ever testify in court.
Newport News Police need your help to solve a gas station larceny. On Tuesday, July 13, 2004 at about 1:50 a.m. a man known as "Slim" entered the Wilco
Gas Station at 6104 Jefferson Avenue. As the suspect spoke to the clerk, he picked up three cases of beer and walked out of the store, without paying for them. This is
the second time within three months this same suspect has committed a larceny from this gas station. We need your help to identify this man and bring him to justice.
The suspect is described as a black male, 5'10", 150 lbs., with a mustache and wearing a white t-shirt and dark colored shorts. He is also known to frequent the
Thrift In, which is across from the gas station.
On 5/28/2004 at 2:15 pm the BB&T Bank located at 397 Denbigh Blvd. in Newport News was robbed by an unknown b/m who presented a note to the teller which stated he had a gun. Robbery Detectives have developed this composite drawing of the suspect. The suspect is a b/m with a medium to light complexion, clean shaven, early thirties, 5' 10" tall, 160 lbs, dark sun-glasses, tan panama style hat, cream colored short sleeve shirt with a t-shirt underneath and light gray pants.
Newport News Police Department Robbery Detectives are requesting help locating the man who robbed the Towne Bank located at 13769 Warwick Blvd. on May 27th, 2004 at approximately 3:10 p.m. Suspect is a black male 5'5 to 5' 9, 160 lbs. 40 to 50 years old, with a medium complexion, grey and black hair, grey and black mustache and beard, grey curly chest hair, wearing a light colored polo style shirt, greenish work or army pants and tan work boots. Suspect approached teller with a note demanding cash. Anyone who recognizes this suspect is asked to call Crime Line at 1-888 Lock-U-Up or Detective Flythe at 926-8457.
Newport News Police need your help to solve a bank scam. On Friday May 14, 2004 at an elderly Newport News woman was approached at her home by a well dressed man and woman who claimed to be law enforcement and needed her assistance. The two suspects were in possession of the victims bank statement and displayed a silver badge. We need your help to stop this fraud and bring the offenders to justice. The pair asked the victim to withdraw in excess of $10,000 from her bank accounts and give them money to bait an alledged crooked bank teller. Suspect #1 is a black male in his 40'S, a small build,a medium dark complexion, slicked back short hair, well dressed driving a dark colored car. He claimed to be a detective. Suspect #2 is a black female, 5'10 to 6 foot tall with a medium complexion, a medium to heavy build, possibly pregnant. She wore a tan flowered dress and sandals and claimed to be a Sheriff's Deputy. Citizens should be aware that police will never ask you to withdraw your own money to assist in an investigation. If you know recognize this woman or know anything about this scam - Call Crime Line at 1-888-Lock-U-Up.
Newport News Police need your help to locate a man wanted for conspiracy to commit a felony (forgery). Since May 1, 2004 a man going by the name David Williams has manufactured and cashed counterfeit payroll checks throughout Hampton Roads. To date, over 15,000 dollars in counterfeit checks have been cashed. David Williams is also known on the street as “Black”. We need your help to find this man and bring him to justice.David Williams’ actual name is Demetrius Dillard. He is 5’9” tall 270 lbs with a dark complexion. He sometimes wears a thin beard and has a feminaine voice. “Black” is tattooed on his right arm, a picture of a panther with a boxing glove and a crown are tattooed on his left arm. Recently he has been spotted in Nutty Buddies bar in Norfolk. Warrants are on file for conspiracy to commit a felony-forgery. If you know where we can find Demetrius Dillard - Call Crime Line at 1-888-Lock-U-Up. Your Crime Line tip, if it leads to an arrest, could earn you a cash reward of up to $1,000. Remember, Crime Line calls are confidential and callers are not required to leave their names, telephone numbers or to ever testify in court. For the Newport News Crime Line, This information was submitted by Officer Harold Eley.
UPDATE 2/1/05: Steven Christopher Harvey was served on direct indictments on 8/29/04.