Virginia Beach Police Arrested Two After Shooting
Suspects remain in jail without bond following a shooting on Chownings Drive that left one man injured.
Updated on Oct. 14, 2026 in Violence
Virginia Beach police have arrested two individuals in connection with a shooting that occurred in the 500 block of Chownings Drive. One victim was located by officers at the scene and subsequently received medical treatment at a hospital.
Why it matters
Law enforcement efforts have led to the apprehension of the suspects, ensuring they remain in custody while the legal process moves forward. This action addresses a significant incident of violence that occurred within the local community.
Rahsaan Mayzick-McCall and Raelee Passuello are held at the Virginia Beach City Jail without bond. Both face charges including aggravated malicious wounding, while Mayzick-McCall also faces a firearm possession charge and Passuello faces a charge of shooting into an occupied vehicle.
The players
Rahsaan Mayzick-McCall
A 47-year-old suspect charged with aggravated malicious wounding and possession of a firearm by a felon.
Raelee Passuello
A 29-year-old suspect charged with aggravated malicious wounding and shooting into an occupied vehicle.
The details
Police initially responded to the 500 block of Chownings Drive on October 6 to find a man suffering from a gunshot wound. Following their investigation, authorities arrested the two suspects on October 12.
Timeline
Officers responded to a shooting on Chownings Drive on October 6, 2026.
Police arrested two suspects in connection with the crime on October 12, 2026.
Legal Context
This case follows the department’s 90% clearance rate for non-fatal shootings in 2026. The swift apprehension of suspects aligns with local efforts to maintain public safety and resolve violent crime incidents within the city.
Residents of the Chownings Drive area may experience continued police presence as the investigation into the shooting proceeds. The detainment of both suspects without bond effectively removes them from the neighborhood while legal proceedings are ongoing.
The takeaway
Maintaining awareness of local police activity can help residents stay informed about safety in their immediate vicinity. Victims of crimes or witnesses should continue to support investigative efforts to ensure successful legal outcomes.
Further reading
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Source note: This article includes information reported by WAVY-TV 10 Hampton Roads.
