Crime
Two Virginia Beach Police Officers Killed in Late-Night Shooting Following Traffic Stop
Virginia Beach, VA – Two Virginia Beach Police Department (VBPD) officers were fatally shot late Friday night following a traffic stop, the department confirmed.
According to police, the incident began around 11:30 p.m. near the intersection of Lynnhaven Parkway and Wendfield Drive when officers conducted a routine traffic stop.
During the encounter, gunfire erupted, leaving one officer dead at the scene and another critically wounded.
The second officer, who was rushed to a nearby hospital with life-threatening injuries, succumbed to those injuries early Saturday morning.
In a statement posted on social media, VBPD expressed their profound grief, stating, “We are devastated to confirm the deaths of two of our officers, who were shot in the line of duty late last night.”
The department has not yet released information regarding any potential suspects but assured the public that there is no perceived ongoing threat.
The Virginia Beach Police Department is actively investigating the circumstances surrounding the shooting.
Additional details, including the identities of the fallen officers and the suspect, have not yet been released.
Anyone with information about the incident is encouraged to contact Virginia Beach Crime Solvers at 1-888-LOCK-U-UP (1-888-562-5887) or submit an anonymous tip online.
MERIDIAN TOWNSHIP, Mich. – Authorities have confirmed that a suspect is in custody following a shooting incident at the Meridian Mall on Friday afternoon.
As a result, the lockdown at the mall has been lifted.
The Meridian Township Police Department issued a public advisory just before 2:00 p.m., urging residents and shoppers to avoid the area near the Dick’s Sporting Goods entrance while officers conducted an active investigation at the scene.
At this time, police have not released specific details regarding the nature of the shooting, including whether anyone was injured or the circumstances surrounding the suspect’s arrest.
Law enforcement officials continue to investigate the incident and are expected to provide additional information as it becomes available.
The public is asked to remain clear of the immediate area to allow for the ongoing investigation.