Shots fired at James Crossing Apartments
The Lynchburg Police Department responded to a report of shots fired in the 1500 block of Longview Road around 4:30 a.m. Friday, February 19, 2021.When officers arrived, they located several casings near the 1505 building.

Church reports theft of copper downspouts
On Feb. 13, Fairview Christian Church on Campbell Avenue reported the theft of 21 copper downspouts from the exterior of the church, according to the Lynchburg Police Department on Feb. 16.

Lynchburg police shoot, kill dog as wellness check turns into standoff situation
Virginia State Police are now investigating the shooting LYNCHBURG, Va. – What started as a wellness check on Thursday night ended with a dog being killed after Lynchburg police tried to take a man into custody.

Lynchburg police officer on restricted duty after fatally shooting dog during Thursday night standoff
LYNCHBURG, Va. (WFXR) – A Lynchburg police officer has been placed on restricted duty after that officer fatally shot a dog during a standoff with a potentially armed man Thursday night.

Dog killed, man injured in Lynchburg officer-involved shooting
FROM LYNCHBURG POLICE: – On February 25, 2021 at 9:11 p.m., officers responded to the 100-block of Holcomb Path Road for a person check.A man shut himself in a residence with multiple weapons.

Roanoke man arrested in Lynchburg after standoff lasting more than two hours
He was located in a Lynchburg residence LYNCHBURG, Va. – Lynchburg Police took a Roanoke man into custody after a standoff that lasted more than two hours Thursday morning.At about 10:00 a.m., Lynchburg Police, U.S.

Lynchburg Police Department presents action plan following internal assessment
LYNCHBURG, Va. (WDBJ) - The Lynchburg Police Department presented their action plan moving forward after an internal assessment.The plan was presented to city council Tuesday.That assessment came following George Floyd’s death last May.

5 wanted for questioning in homicide of Samantha Robinson located by LPD
LYNCHBURG (Va.) WSET — Two individuals wanted for questioning in connection with the murder of Samantha Robinson have been taken into custody.

Man turns himself in to Lynchburg Police following theft of copper downspouts from church
LYNCHBURG, Va. (WFXR) — An Amherst man turned himself in to Lynchburg law enforcement on Tuesday in connection with the recent theft of numerous copper downspouts from a local church.

Police respond to early morning report of shots fired in Lynchburg
Skip to content LYNCHBURG, Va. (WFXR) – Police are investigating after they responded to a shots fired call at the James Crossing Apartments in Lynchburg early Friday morning.

Rioting, weapon charges certified for man from Fifth & Federal clash
Riot- and weapon-related charges against a Lynchburg man, placed following protests that turned unlawful last summer at Fifth & Federal Station and Miller Park, were certified by a judge on Wednesday.

Police investigating after 21 copper downspouts reported stolen from Lynchburg church
Skip to content (Photo: Courtesy Lynchburg Police Department) LYNCHBURG, Va. (WFXR) – Police are investigating after more than 20 copper downspouts were reported stolen from a Lynchburg church over the weekend. The Lynchburg Police Department says Fairview Christian Church on Campbell Avenue reported the theft of 21 copper downspouts from the church’s exterior on Saturday, Feb. 13. According to police, the pipes are approximately four inches in diameter and range from 10 to 35 feet in length. The theft

Lynchburg police investigating alleged assault of an inmate by jail officer
Family calls for action while jail officials say they’re cooperating with investigation LYNCHBURG, Va. – The family of a Central Virginia inmate is speaking out, claiming their loved one was assaulted by a Lynchburg jail officer. “You see, I’m a momma! When you touch my son, that’s when I came involved!” said Sonya Asomaning. Her son, 26-year-old Carroll Williams, was arrested Feb. 11 and assaulted at the city’s adult detention center, according to Asomaning. 10 News won’t go into graphic detail,

Lynchburg man arrested after driving under influence, shooting gun in air
Anyone with information about the incident is asked to contact Officer Price at 434-455-6060 x639 or Crime Stoppers at (888) 798-5900. (Credit: Lynchburg City Jail) LYNCHBURG (Va.) WSET — One man was arrested after Lynchburg police responded to multiple reports of shots fired on Sunday night. Just before 11 p.m. on Sunday, the Lynchburg Police Department received multiple calls saying that a man was shooting a gun into the air near a Ford SUV. LPD officers responded to the area and were able to locate the

Lynchburg police arrest man they say fired shots into the air on Valentine’s Day
The 47-year-old now faces 6 charges LYNCHBURG, Va. – Police arrested a Lynchburg man after receiving multiple reports of someone firing shots into the air on Valentine’s Day night. Just before 11 p.m., police learned that a man was shooting a gun into the air near a Ford SUV in the 900 block of Pierce Street, according to the Lynchburg Police Department. Officers responded and about three blocks away, at the intersection of Piece Street and 12th Street found the SUV. Police arrested the driver, 47-year-old

Lynchburg Police investigate alleged assault by a jail officer at Lynchburg Adult Detention Center
Skip to content LYNCHBURG, Va. (WFXR) – On Friday, Feb. 12, Police in Lynchburg received information regarding an alleged assault of an inmate at the Lynchburg Adult Detention Center by a jail officer. Officers with the Lynchburg Police Department are investigating the reported incident and the Blue Ridge Regional Jail Authority is said to be fully cooperating. If anyone has any information about the incident, you are asked to call Crime Stoppers at (888) 798-5900. Get breaking news, weather, and sports delivered

Jail officer accused of assault in Lynchburg, investigation underway
LYNCHBURG, Va. – A jail officer at the Lynchburg Adult Detention Center is the focus of an assault investigation. The city police department was notified of an alleged assault Friday. As a result, the Lynchburg Police Department is currently investigating and the Blue Ridge Regional Jail Authority is cooperating fully, the police department said in a release Saturday night. While the police department nor jail officials have named the inmate/victim, the family has identified them as 26-year-old Carroll Williams.

1 taken to hospital after crews respond to possible drowning in Blackwater Creek
The Lynchburg Police Department helped one person escape from possibly drowning in the Blackwater Creek on Monday, Feb. 8, 2021. (Credit: Virginia Division 3 Technical Rescue Team) LYNCHBURG, Va. (WSET) — The Lynchburg Police Department and fire crews helped one person escape from possibly drowning in the Blackwater Creek on Monday. According to Virginia Division 3 Technical Rescue Team's Facebook page, emergency services were alerted to an individual, possibly drowning in the Blackwater Creek, located in

1 taken to hospital after crews respond to possible drowning in Blackwater Creek
The Lynchburg Police Department helped one person escape from possibly drowning in the Blackwater Creek on Monday, Feb. 8, 2021. (Credit: Virginia Division 3 Technical Rescue Team) LYNCHBURG, Va. (WSET) — The Lynchburg Police Department and fire crews helped one person escape from possibly drowning in the Blackwater Creek on Monday. According to Virginia Division 3 Technical Rescue Team's Facebook page, emergency services were alerted to an individual, possibly drowning in the Blackwater Creek, located in

1 taken to hospital after crews respond to possible drowning in Blackwater Creek
The Lynchburg Police Department helped one person escape from possibly drowning in the Blackwater Creek on Monday, Feb. 8, 2021. (Credit: Virginia Division 3 Technical Rescue Team) LYNCHBURG, Va. (WSET) — The Lynchburg Police Department and fire crews helped one person escape from possibly drowning in the Blackwater Creek on Monday. According to Virginia Division 3 Technical Rescue Team's Facebook page, emergency services were alerted to an individual, possibly drowning in the Blackwater Creek, located in
