Chesterfield County

A 23-year-old Chesterfield County woman died in a fiery crash on Interstate 295 in Henrico County early Thursday. The accident left her trapped in a vehicle that caught fire.

Four adults are without a home following a fire in Chesterfield County on Wednesday. The incident left them displaced, as reported in the article.

Two Chesterfield County men, Lorenzo Moore Jr. and Eddie Wayne Johnson, were arrested after a dead horse was found along Harden Swamp Road. Moore faces charges including improper disposal of a dead animal, littering, and animal cruelty, while Johnson is charged with improper disposal and littering. The Chesterfield County Sheriff’s Office credited public tips with aiding the investigation.

Two Flock Safety cameras in Chesterfield County, South Carolina, were intentionally cut down over the Fourth of July weekend. The cameras, used by police to solve crimes by reading license plates and vehicle details, have sparked mixed public reactions, with some residents expressing privacy concerns. Authorities are seeking information about the vandalism.

A Chesterfield County resident is now without a home after lightning struck their house Monday evening, sparking a fire. The incident occurred in Chesterfield, resulting in the destruction of the residence.

Chesterfield County opened the Meadowdale Library to provide residents a cooling space during an extreme heat wave in Virginia over the Fourth of July weekend. The initiative aims to address the challenges posed by the extreme weather.

Deputies in Chesterfield County, S.C., are investigating possible animal neglect after a horse was found dead on July 4 near Cheraw. The deceased chestnut mare was discovered on Harden Swamp Road, prompting an Animal Control response.

Chesterfield County and Henrico County have cancelled their annual Fourth of July celebration. The cancellation is due to extreme heat and potential thunderstorms.

Two people are without a home after a grill fire spread in Chesterfield County on Friday.

A Chesterfield County firefighter is hospitalized after battling a commercial fire in extreme heat on Friday afternoon. The incident occurred during a period of high temperatures.

Two Chesterfield County police officers who were shot during a domestic dispute in late May have been released from the hospital and are back home with their families.

Two individuals were charged in connection with the death of a 13-year-old boy killed by a stray bullet during a drive-by shooting in Chesterfield County in January 2024. Caleb Garcia, 23, faces murder and other charges, while Amber Moree, 21, was charged as an accessory after the fact.

Two individuals were charged in a Chesterfield County drive-by shooting that killed a 13-year-old in 2024. The charges were filed against Caleb Garcia and Amber B. Moree, both residents of Pageland.

A man using a mobility scooter was struck and killed by a vehicle in Chesterfield County on Wednesday morning. Police confirmed the incident resulted in his death.

Meadowdale Library in Chesterfield County will extend its hours this weekend to offer residents relief from extreme heat in the region.

A 26-year-old Chesterfield County man is wanted after allegedly shooting and killing a 23-year-old man near Virginia Commonwealth University's campus. The suspect is on the run following the Monday night incident.

A house was damaged after a vehicle caught fire next to it in Chesterfield County on Sunday morning. The incident occurred in Chesterfield County and resulted in property damage.

A house fire occurred in Chesterfield County on Sunday morning, resulting in one person being treated for injuries.

Two people are displaced after a house fire in Chesterfield County on Saturday night. The incident occurred in Chesterfield County, affecting two individuals.

The Chesterfield County Police Department held a memorial service to honor K9 Knight, a police dog killed in an officer-involved shooting last month. The ceremony recognized Knight's service and sacrifice.

The Virginia General Assembly allocated $10.6 million to help contain toxic leachate leaking from the bankrupt Shoosmith Landfill in Chesterfield County. The landfill, which generates 50,000 gallons of toxic wastewater daily, has been discharging leachate into Swift Creek, a waterway connected to the James River, raising concerns about environmental and public health risks.

Police are investigating an armed robbery at a Chesterfield County business that occurred Tuesday evening. A suspect is being sought in connection with the incident.

A flash flood warning has been issued for several Central Virginia localities, including Chesterfield County and the Tri-Cities, amid severe storms. The warning was issued Monday night for the affected areas.

Virginia lawmakers are disagreeing over the funding required to clean up the toxic Shoosmith Landfill in Chesterfield County. Officials estimate $26 million will be needed this year to manage leachate from the site.

A 33-year-old man has been charged with murder after the death of his 65-year-old father in Chesterfield County following an assault over the weekend, according to police.

A special education teacher at a Chesterfield County early childhood learning academy was found not guilty of assault and battery charges following an alleged student assault in April, according to court records.

Chesterfield County leaders broke ground on a new fire station along West Hundred Road, replacing a 64-year-old facility. The project marks an update to infrastructure in the area.

Chesterfield County leaders and transportation officials celebrated the debut of a new signal and crosswalk at a troubled intersection, marking the first of several planned pedestrian safety projects. The initiative aims to improve safety for pedestrians through infrastructure upgrades.

A patient who was reportedly exposed to radiation caused a Chesterfield County emergency room to temporarily shut down Wednesday night.

Chesterfield County leaders approved the next phase of the Southside Speedway project. The development will proceed following a vote in favor by local officials.

A new data center in Chesterfield County, Virginia, is paused due to three lawsuits against the county's Board of Zoning Appeals over alleged violations. Landowners requested a vesting determination during a Planning Commission meeting on June 3.

A fire broke out at a Chinese restaurant in Chesterfield County on Saturday morning. The incident occurred at an unspecified location within the county.

Police found live grenades, a cannonball, body armor, and rifles converted into fully-automatic weapons in the home of a Chesterfield man accused of shooting two officers and killing a police K-9.

Authorities in Chesterfield County, South Carolina, have issued a warning about an increase in animal violence, including a recent raid on a home suspected of dog fighting. This marks the second such case in the county this year, with state and federal agencies involved. In April, a former Chesterfield County deputy and three others were arrested in a similar operation, resulting in the rescue of 34 injured dogs by Humane World for Animals.

A 21-year-old Virginia mother, Amaya Dixon, was arrested and charged with murder after allegedly drowning her 17-month-old twin boys in a bathtub. The incident occurred in April and the twins were taken to a local hospital for emergency medical treatment. One boy was pronounced dead that same night, while his brother died days later.