Virginia Beach Man Sentenced for Brother’s Murder
A 47-year-old man received a 25-year prison sentence following the fatal shooting of his younger brother.
Virginia Beach Violence News
Coverage of violence in Virginia Beach focuses on homicides, shootings, assaults and the official response to these events. This page covers law enforcement investigations, court appearances and the safety measures intended to address public risk.
Recent news
October 24, 2026
Jury Convicts Angela Britt in Virginia Beach MurderA jury found Angela Britt guilty of second-degree murder following the 2022 shooting of Deshawn Ginyard.
October 16, 2026
Judge Sentences Virginia Beach Man for Deadly ShootingMarquise Bunn received a 23-year prison sentence following his conviction for the 2023 death of Antonio Wolfe.
October 14, 2026
Virginia Beach Police Arrested Two After ShootingSuspects remain in jail without bond following a shooting on Chownings Drive that left one man injured.
October 10, 2026
Judge Denied Bond for Quentell LawrenceA Virginia Beach judge denied bond for Quentell Lawrence following charges of second-degree murder.
October 7, 2026
Juvenile Sustained Gunshot Wound in Virginia BeachLocal police responded to a reported shooting on the 1900 block of King Henry Court early Wednesday morning.
October 5, 2026
Virginia Beach Reported Sharp Drop in Shooting IncidentsThe city saw a 21.2% decline in citywide shootings over the last four years.
October 2, 2026
Judge Dismissed Charges in Virginia Beach ShootingA judge dropped 18 charges against Andrew Anthony after finding insufficient evidence in the March 2026 shooting.
October 1, 2026
Virginia Beach Police Investigated Stabbing IncidentAuthorities responded to a reported stabbing on Virginia Beach Boulevard Tuesday evening.
September 26, 2026
Driver Arrested Following Fatal Virginia Beach CrashA 35-year-old driver was charged with DUI after a collision left one pedestrian dead and three others injured.
September 24, 2026
Josiah Spann Sentenced to 30 Years for Virginia Beach MurderA judge handed down the maximum sentence to Josiah Spann for a deadly shooting that occurred in April 2025.
Virginia Beach reporting spans homicides, shootings, assaults and the outcomes of related criminal investigations. Coverage reaches across the city and the communities around it, from residential areas to public spaces. Public safety initiatives and local government discussions on violence prevention recur frequently in the city record. The seasonal rise in incidents during warmer months remains a consistent factor in local reporting.