Culpeper
Coverage of Culpeper in the Nexus archive.
- Culpeper couple charged in hammer and leaf blower attack on elderly neighbor
A Culpeper couple, Louis and Gail Chevalier, are charged with malicious wounding after attacking their 73-year-old neighbor with a hammer and leaf blower during a property dispute. The victim suffered a skull fracture, concussion, and possible permanent injuries, requiring hospitalization. Forensic evidence and witness accounts indicate the attack involved multiple strikes to the head and a bitten finger.
- Virginia woman’s remains ID’d by DNA as police link 4 suspects to second alleged murder
Helen Marie Pullen Banks, 56, of Culpeper was identified through extensive and complex DNA analysis. Police linked four suspects to a second alleged murder.
- Fire destroys popular Zandra’s Taqueria in downtown Culpeper
A fire destroyed Zandra’s Taqueria in downtown Culpeper, leaving the restaurant as a total loss. Owner Miguel Pires confirmed no injuries and expressed gratitude to emergency responders, while the community has shown support since the restaurant opened in late 2023.