Police
Woman charged in fatal shooting of two VDOT contractors
A woman is charged with fatally shooting two VDOT contractors at a work site in Chesterfield County in July; authorities believe she fled to North Carolina.
Bullet from the air pierces Chesterfield family's home
A bullet fired into the air pierced a Chesterfield County home off Simmons Branch Court on August 29, entering the master bedroom where the resident's daughter was sleeping, prompting investigators to seek information from the public.
Bullet fired into air crashes through Chesterfield home
A Chesterfield County family escaped injury after a bullet fired into the air crashed through their home's roof.
Thieves Steal HVAC Units from Chesterfield Church
Thieves stole two HVAC units from Emmanuel Worship Center in Chesterfield, gutting them for copper and leaving half the building without air conditioning, with replacement costs estimated at up to $20,000.
Judge Dismisses All Charges in Shamrock Pub Shooting Case
A Chesterfield County judge dismissed all charges against a man accused of shooting inside Shamrock Pub after finding his right to a speedy trial was violated.
Ex-preschool teacher sentenced to extensive prison time
A former Chesterfield County preschool teacher has been sentenced to a lengthy prison term.
Chesterfield keeps 88 Flock cameras under 2029 contract
Chesterfield County operates 88 Flock Safety license plate cameras through a 2029 contract, generating crime-solving results but sparking privacy concerns among residents and advocates.
Police Service Aide Program Opens Law Enforcement Career Path
Chesterfield's Police Service Aide program, launched in 2020 as the first of its kind in Virginia, has produced 40 sworn officers and hired over 137 aides total, offering a structured pathway for young residents to gain law enforcement experience before becoming eligible for full police officer status.
Judge Allows Chesterfield Police to Continue ICE Partnerships Amid Legal Challenge
A federal judge has blocked Virginia's law that would have restricted Chesterfield police and other local agencies from cooperating with Immigration and Customs Enforcement, allowing existing partnerships to continue while the legal challenge proceeds.
Former Chesterfield Teacher Sentenced to 400+ Years for Child Sex Abuse
A former Chesterfield teacher was sentenced to more than 400 years in prison after being convicted of child sex abuse charges.
Former Chesterfield Teacher Sentenced to 565 Years for Child Abuse
Former Chesterfield teacher Richard Franklin Troshak III was sentenced Aug. 31 to 565 years in prison for 27 counts of child sexual abuse involving minors in his care.
Downed Power Lines Close Hull Street Road
Downed power lines forced a road closure on Hull Street Road between Turner Road and Pocoshock Boulevard on August 31, 2026, with police directing drivers to use alternate routes while Dominion Energy made repairs.
Benedictine QB Found Guilty of DWI in Fire Station Crash
A 19-year-old Benedictine student was found guilty of driving while intoxicated after intentionally crashing a stolen vehicle into a Chesterfield fire station and will serve no jail time.
Person killed in head-on crash on West Providence Road
A 57-year-old man was killed in a head-on crash on West Providence Road in North Chesterfield Wednesday morning when his Chevrolet Equinox crossed into oncoming traffic.
Chesterfield man charged in Richmond stabbing death
Chesterfield resident Nathaniel Walters has been charged with first-degree murder in the July stabbing death of Richmond resident James West.
VSU Shooting Suspect Arraigned in Chesterfield County Court
A 19-year-old suspect in an early Saturday shooting at Virginia State University that injured five people was arraigned Monday in Chesterfield County court on eight felony charges.
Two Injured in Rear-End Crash on I-95
Two people were injured in a rear-end collision on Interstate 95 in Chesterfield County on Friday morning.
Six injured in Chippenham Parkway hit-and-run crash
Six people were injured Wednesday morning when a white SUV fled the scene of a seven-vehicle crash on northbound Chippenham Parkway near Jahnke Road in Chesterfield County.
Person injured in shooting at Chesterfield County business
One person was injured in a shooting at a business on Boisseau Street and Third Avenue in Chesterfield County early Tuesday morning; police are investigating.
Police Search for Missing Chesterfield Teen
Chesterfield County police are searching for 14-year-old Caiden Davis, who has been missing since Sunday night and requires ongoing medical care.
Suspect Still Sought Two Weeks After Chesterfield Shooting Deaths
Dennikia Rachelle Boyce, 37, remains at large two weeks after the fatal July 24 shooting of two VDOT contractors at a staging area in Chesterfield County, with state police and federal marshals continuing the manhunt.
Matoaca teen killed in head-on Chesterfield crash
A 19-year-old woman died in a head-on crash on Bradley Bridge Road in Chesterfield County on August 4, 2026.
Police investigate commercial robbery on Route 1
Chesterfield County Police are investigating a robbery on Route 1 where a male suspect assaulted an employee and fled with cash on Wednesday, Aug. 5.
Hockey Benefit Game Raises $10,200 for Injured Officers
A community hockey benefit game raised $10,200 for Officers Jacob Clark and Jacob Wells of the Chesterfield County Police Department, who were injured in a shooting on May 31.
Chesterfield County domestic assault incidents rise 4%
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.
Car Crashes Into Chester Animal Clinic
A vehicle crashed into Chester Animal Clinic off Route 10 on Friday, creating a hole in the clinic's wall; no injuries were reported.
Across-America walker brings message of hope to local inmates
Mental health advocate Kyndal Ray Edwards, walking 11,000 miles across America to raise awareness, spoke with Chesterfield County Jail inmates on his journey toward recovery and hope.
Chesterfield emergency services deploy drone program with privacy safeguards
Chesterfield County police launched a Drone First Responders program on July 27, 2026, deploying unmanned aircraft to high-priority emergency calls with explicit privacy safeguards including human pilots, no AI control, public video release within seven days, and automatic 21-day video deletion.
Child hospitalized after shooting in Chesterfield
A juvenile was shot multiple times near Route 1 in Chesterfield early Tuesday morning and hospitalized with non-life-threatening injuries.
Chesterfield man charged in shooting death of wife
A 70-year-old Chesterfield man has been charged with second-degree murder in the shooting death of his wife on Beachcrest Terrace, with court documents showing inconsistencies in his account of the incident.
Motorcycle driver killed in Route 1 crash
A motorcycle driver was killed in a two-vehicle crash on Route 1 near Route 288 on Saturday evening, forcing authorities to close the highway for 4 to 6 hours.
Two VDOT contractors killed in Route 1 shooting
Two VDOT contractors were killed in a domestic-related shooting at a staging area near Route 1 and Route 288 in Chesterfield County on July 24, 2026.
224 Traffic Citations Issued in Hull Street Enforcement Operation
Chesterfield Police issued 224 traffic citations and 29 warnings during a one-day enforcement operation on Hull Street Road on July 24, 2026, targeting unsafe driving practices.
Shooting Suspect Arrested After Threatening Wendy's Staff with Rifle
Chesterfield police arrested a suspect wanted in a Richmond shooting after he threatened staff with a rifle at a Wendy's on Iron Bridge Road.
Missing 73-year-old Chesterfield woman found safe
Chesterfield County police located 73-year-old Susan W. Rapp safe after she was reported missing from Hillandale Drive early Wednesday morning.
Meet Myra, Chesterfield's Narcotics Detection K9
Myra is a narcotics detection K9 officer with the Chesterfield County Sheriff's Office bringing specialized experience to the county's drug interdiction efforts.
Detached truck tire triggers crashes on I-95
A detached truck tire sparked a chain-reaction accident on Interstate 95 in Chesterfield County on Monday morning, triggering four separate crashes and injuring one person.
Father, Fiancee Sentenced in Chesterfield Child Abuse Case
A former Henrico police officer and teacher were sentenced to decades in prison for abusing two elementary-aged boys over years, with Chesterfield's grandmother saying years of missed school counselor reports allowed the abuse to continue.
Chesterfield Police Seek Input on Next Traffic Enforcement Focus
Chesterfield County police are soliciting community input via online polls to determine where to concentrate their next traffic enforcement operations.
Bond Denied for Chesterfield Man Accused of Killing Wife
A Chesterfield man accused of strangling his wife and staging her death as a suicide was denied bond on Wednesday and will remain in custody while awaiting trial.
Man appeals 10-year sentence in Chesterfield man's death
A Hanover County man is appealing his 10-year prison sentence for involuntary manslaughter in the October 2024 death of a Chesterfield County resident.
Chesterfield Parks Hosts Free National Night Out Events
Chesterfield County Parks and Recreation will host four free National Night Out events on August 4 to bring residents and law enforcement together.
North Chesterfield Man Arrested in I-64 Road Rage Shooting
A North Chesterfield man was arrested Friday after opening fire on another vehicle during an apparent road rage incident on Interstate 64 in James City County, striking a 40-year-old woman.
Matoaca Woman Dies in Wrong-Way Crash on I-295
A 23-year-old South Chesterfield woman died early Thursday when her Hyundai collided head-on with a tractor-trailer while traveling the wrong way on Interstate 295 in Henrico County.
Teenager Hospitalized After Car Crashes Into Chesterfield Business
A teenager was hospitalized Wednesday evening after a car crashed into a convenience store on Robious Road in Chesterfield County.
Police close Beach Road near Pocahontas Park for search
Chesterfield County police temporarily closed Beach Road near Pocahontas State Park for an undisclosed search operation with armed officers present; the reason and outcome remain unclear.
Shoosmith landfill owners face criminal investigation as Virginia's DEQ cooperates with attorney general
Virginia's Environmental Quality Department is working with the Attorney General to investigate the owners of a bankrupt Chesterfield County landfill over alleged criminal abandonment of the facility and misappropriation of millions in company assets.
Golf Tournament to Benefit Injured Chesterfield Police Officers
A golf tournament on August 25 at Highlands Golf Course will raise funds for Chesterfield police officers Jacob Clark and Jacob Wells, who were shot during a May 31 domestic disturbance call and are recovering at home.
Crime Solvers Seeks Help After Gym Locker Credit Card Theft
Two suspects stole credit cards from a gym locker at American Family Fitness in Midlothian and attempted fraudulent charges at Sam's Club; Chesterfield County Crime Solvers seeks public help identifying them.
Two injured in South Chesterfield two-vehicle crash
Two people were injured in a two-vehicle crash in South Chesterfield on Thursday night, according to police.
Chesterfield Officers Shot in May Discharged From Hospital
Two Chesterfield County police officers injured in a May 31 shooting during a domestic call respond and continue recovery at home after hospital discharge.
Harper Brings Comfort to Chesterfield County Jail
Chesterfield County Jail integrates canine therapy into its nationally recognized HARP addiction recovery program to support inmate mental health and well-being.
North Chesterfield executive charged in alleged $49.6M Medicaid fraud scheme
Federal prosecutors have charged a North Chesterfield woman, Mikia Noble, 37, in an alleged scheme to bill Virginia Medicaid roughly $49.6 million for crisis mental-health services that recipients never received or did not need. The charge is an accusation; Noble has not been convicted.
Man in Mobility Scooter Killed in Crash on E. Hundred Road
A man operating a mobility scooter was struck from behind and killed on E. Hundred Road in Chesterfield County early Wednesday morning, July 1, 2026.
Chesterfield man sought in fatal shooting near VCU campus
A fatal shooting near Virginia Commonwealth University's campus in Richmond on June 29 left a suspect at large.
Chesterfield County Earns GFOA Triple Crown for Fiscal Management
Chesterfield County has earned its fifth consecutive GFOA Triple Crown award for excellence in financial reporting, budgeting, and fiscal transparency.
Suspect arrested in Chesterfield bank robbery
Keith Patterson, 49, was arrested on Laprade Street after a robbery at C&F Bank in Chesterfield on June 29, 2026.
Supreme Court Restricts Geofence Warrants in Chesterfield Case
The U.S. Supreme Court ruled that police use of geofence warrants to access cellphone location data is a Fourth Amendment search, limiting a powerful law enforcement tool that has grown to tens of thousands of cases annually.
13 Years Unsolved: Chesterfield Seeks Tips in 2013 Shooting
A 7-year-old boy killed by random gunfire during Fourth of July fireworks in 2013 remains unsolved after 13 years, and Chesterfield County police are asking the public for leads.
Christmas in July Toy Drive returns with police support
Chesterfield County Police launches its annual Christmas in July toy drive to collect toys for children facing financial hardship, with donations distributed in December through the Chester Food Pantry.
Police Investigate Swatting Calls at Multiple Chesterfield Homes
Chesterfield County police are investigating a series of swatting incidents that targeted three homes within six hours on June 24, 2026.
Armed Robbery Suspect Sought in Chesterfield
Chesterfield County police are searching for a Black male suspect who robbed a business at gunpoint on Buford Court on the evening of June 23, 2026.
Chesterfield Mother Charged in Son's Death From Severe Neglect
Chesterfield County mother Manisha Nath faces felony charges for abuse and neglect in the death of her 28-year-old autistic son, Somak Nath, who weighed 65 pounds when he died in October 2025.
Suspect in Officer-Involved Shooting Transferred to Jail
A 65-year-old man charged in connection with a May 31 shooting that wounded two Chesterfield County police officers and killed a K-9 has been transferred from hospital to county jail to face 17 felony charges.
Son charged in father's death after Chesterfield assault
A Chesterfield man has been charged with second-degree murder after his father died from injuries sustained in an assault at their home.
Teen hurt in March Chester shooting incident
A teenager was injured by gunfire on Cosmic Road in Chester on March 15, 2026, and police are investigating the incident.
Random gunfire strikes Chesterfield home, injures teenager
Random gunfire struck a Chesterfield County home Thursday evening, injuring a 14-year-old resident through a bedroom window; police are investigating.
Chesterfield early childhood teacher acquitted in assault allegation
A Chesterfield County early childhood teacher was acquitted of assault charges after a boy bit her and she responded by kicking and grabbing his jaw, with the judge finding insufficient evidence of unreasonable force despite calling her verbal reaction "absolutely inappropriate."
Teen injured after stepping into traffic near Chesterfield school
A teenage girl was transported by helicopter after intentionally stepping into traffic near Thelma Crenshaw Elementary School on Bailey Bridge Road in Midlothian on Tuesday, June 16.
Judge Denies Bond for Man Accused in Teen's Death
A Chesterfield County judge denied bond for Nekyi Cherry, 20, charged with murder in the January 1, 2025 shooting death of Richmond teen Andrew Giles.
Police investigate two motorcycle thefts in Chesterfield
Chesterfield County police are investigating the thefts of two nearly identical 2006 Suzuki GSX-R750 motorcycles taken from the same residential area about two weeks apart in June, and are asking residents for tips.
Search Warrants Reveal Details of Chesterfield Officer Shooting
Recently unsealed search warrants from a May 31 officer-involved shooting in Chesterfield County reveal investigators seized weapons, ammunition, body armor, and tactical gear from the suspect's home.
Driver Seriously Injured in Crash on Route 288
A driver was seriously injured when their vehicle overturned on Route 288 north of Courthouse Road in Chesterfield County on June 11.
Chesterfield restaurant hosts fundraiser for wounded officers, honors K-9 Knight
Charred Swift Creek restaurant in Midlothian held a fundraiser for two wounded Chesterfield County police officers and dedicated its new dog-friendly patio to K-9 Knight, a police dog killed in the same May 31 shooting.
Chesterfield Advances Plans for New Falling Creek Police Station
Chesterfield County is advancing construction of its first permanent police precinct in Falling Creek, a $8.8 million facility expected to open in early 2027 as part of a voter-approved $39.1 million public safety bond.
6-Year-Old Chesterfield Girl Found Safe After CODI Alert
A 6-year-old Chesterfield girl reported missing on June 10 was found safe on June 12 after a CODI Alert was issued, while a 37-year-old woman connected to the disappearance was located safe the following day.
Energy Medicine Experts Lead Therapy at County Jail's HARP Program
Energy medicine pioneers Donna Eden and Dr. David Feinstein led a therapy session at Chesterfield County Jail's HARP addiction program, teaching inmates energy-manipulation techniques as part of the jail's comprehensive recovery approach.
3 hospitalized in Chesterfield shopping center crash
A vehicle crashed into a shopping center on Midlothian Turnpike in Chesterfield County on June 8, injuring three people.
Community rallies around Chesterfield officers after shooting
Two Chesterfield County police officers shot and a K-9 killed in a domestic call on May 31 prompted widespread community fundraising, blood drives, and restaurant support.
Two Chesterfield officers shot; suspect charged, K-9 Knight killed
Chesterfield County police officers Jacob Clark and Jacob Wells, shot during a May 31 domestic violence response, are recovering from critical injuries as community raises over $60,000 through a GoFundMe campaign.
Fatal Two-Vehicle Crash in Chesterfield Kills One
A passenger in a Honda sedan died Friday night in Chesterfield County after the car collided with a Dodge Ram turning onto Watchrun Drive at the 6400 block of Hopkins Road.
Chesterfield Woman Missing Since Saturday Morning
Julie Ann Branan, 42, was located safely after being reported missing from her Chesterfield home early Saturday morning, June 6, 2026.
Chesterfield Establishes Local Animal Cruelty Registry
Chesterfield County adopted an ordinance on May 27, 2026, creating a publicly accessible registry of people convicted of felony animal cruelty since 2009, launching within weeks.
Police chase ends in crash on I-95
A Virginia State Police pursuit that began in Petersburg ended in a rollover crash on southbound I-95 near mile marker 61 in Chesterfield on Wednesday evening, with the driver sustaining minor injuries.
Motorcyclist seriously injured in Route 288 crash
A motorcyclist sustained serious injuries in a single-vehicle crash on Route 288 North near Courthouse Road in Chesterfield County on June 2, 2026.
Chesterfield woman's death ruled homicide; husband charged
A Chesterfield woman's 2021 death, initially treated as suicide, has been ruled a homicide; her husband was arrested in Florida after a five-year investigation and charged with first-degree murder.
Midlothian man arrested in Chesterfield vandalism spree
Chesterfield County Sheriff's Office arrested a Midlothian man for vandalizing four public and commercial buildings in a single night, including the county courthouse and central library.
Chesterfield teacher found not guilty of assaulting student
A Chesterfield judge found special education teacher Jennifer Repole, 50, not guilty of assaulting a student on June 16, 2026, after surveillance video showed the boy bit her first; the judge called her conduct a discipline issue for the school rather than a crime.
Court: Chesterfield officer can face lawsuit over deadly shooting
A federal appeals court upheld the denial of qualified immunity to a Chesterfield officer in the fatal shooting of a man experiencing a mental health crisis, allowing the family's $35 million lawsuit to proceed.
Court declines to rule on Chesterfield officer's immunity
Virginia Supreme Court declined to rule on Chesterfield officer's immunity claim in a case stemming from a 2023 police chase that killed a Petersburg woman.