Charlottesville City
1 week ago
Charlottesville Police to host Community Police Academy

The city’s Community Police Academy gives everyday civilians the opportunity to receive training on the daily operations and functions of the department. 

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Crime
1 week ago
Suspects in custody after shooting at tow truck driver

Albemarle County Police have arrested two people after a tow truck driver reported being shot at early Tuesday morning.

Albemarle County
1 week ago
Albemarle SROs hope to bridge gap with young community members

Albemarle County expanded its SRO program so that each of its three high schools has a police officer assigned to it.

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Charlottesville City
1 week ago
Charlottesville High School has no plans for weapons screenings

While Albemarle County high schools began using weapon screening systems last week, the same plans aren’t in place for Charlottesville High School.

Albemarle County Police Department
Crime
2 weeks ago
UPDATE: ACPD determines driver not involved in Esmont hit-and-run

The child’s mother reported her son had been hit by a car that fled the scene.

Crime
2 weeks ago
CPD adds drug charges to Saturday DUI arrest

A Saturday morning arrest for driving under the influence has led Charlottesville Police to charge Marcel Jones with additional drug related charges.

Crime
2 weeks ago
Hot pursuit: How do Albemarle and Charlottesville police handle high-speed chases?

Police must consider the risks to the public and themselves when engaging in high-speed pursuits of violators in vehicles.

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Albemarle County
2 weeks ago
Student struck waiting at County bus stop

A student was struck and injured by a car while waiting for a school bus in Esmont on Thursday morning.

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Crime
2 weeks ago
CPD responds to shots fired call Wednesday night

A vehicle and a residence near Locust Grove were struck by gunfire on Wednesday night.

Crime
2 weeks ago
Teen arrested for role in high-speed Labor Day chase

The arrest ended with the help of a K9, but not before the suspect brandished a firearm.