Chesterfield County domestic assault incidents rise 4%
TL;DR: Chesterfield County domestic assault incidents rose 4% year-over-year, reaching 1,972 reported cases, as the county grapples with an increase in violence involving weapons.
Quick facts
- Who: Chesterfield County residents and police department
- What: Domestic assault incidents increased 4% in a 12-month period
- When: July 2025 to June 2026
- Where: Chesterfield County, Virginia
The story
Between July 2025 and June 2026, the Chesterfield County Police Department recorded 1,972 domestic assault incidents, up from 1,890 during the prior 12-month period. This 4% year-over-year increase reflects a persistent challenge in the community as domestic violence cases continue to rise.
Domestic assault incidents now constitute 55% of all assault incidents in the county, underscoring the relative scale of the problem. Police data also shows a troubling uptick in domestic assault cases involving weapons. Felonious domestic assault incidents increased from 83 to 91 cases between the 2024-2025 and 2025-2026 periods, indicating a rise in more serious incidents.
The Chesterfield County Police Department provides official crime data and records. For residents seeking help, the Chesterfield Domestic and Sexual Violence Resource Center offers free and confidential services including individual counseling, support groups, protective order assistance, and safety planning. The Virginia Family Violence and Sexual Assault 24-hour Hotline is available at 1-800-838-8238, and emergency calls should be directed to 911.
Key players
- Chesterfield County Police Department: Reported domestic assault statistics
- Chesterfield Domestic and Sexual Violence Resource Center: Provides support services and resources for domestic violence victims
Why it matters: Domestic violence affects families and communities throughout Chesterfield County, and the continued increase in incidents signals a need for sustained attention to prevention, response, and victim support services.
Development timeline
- 2025-07-01Start of 12-month reporting period: Chesterfield County Police begin tracking incidents for the July 2025-June 2026 period [source]
- 2026-06-30End of reporting period; statistics released: Police report 1,972 domestic assault incidents for the 12-month period, a 4% increase from prior year [source]
Related links
- Chesterfield Domestic and Sexual Violence Resource Center
- About Domestic Violence - Chesterfield County
- Police Records - Chesterfield County
- Report or Request Police Information
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Sources
- Chesterfield sees rise in domestic assault incidents. Where to find resources
- Chesterfield sees overall crime down, domestic violence and drug crimes up from 2024 to 2025
- Domestic and Sexual Violence Resource Center - Chesterfield County