WAVY10 Norfolk
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- Suffolk Police respond to incident on 2nd Avenue
Suffolk Police and Virginia State Police responded to an incident on 2nd Avenue Wednesday morning. Both agencies were at the scene following the incident.
- Over 2,000 customers lose power in Portsmouth
Over 2,000 customers lost power in Portsmouth on Wednesday morning. The incident affected a large number of residents and businesses in the area.
- 1 hurt while escaping house fire on W. 43rd Street in Norfolk
A person was injured after a house fire occurred Tuesday evening at a two-story residential structure located in the 1500 block of West 43rd Street in Norfolk, Va. Firefighters arrived at 7:20 p.m. and found flames coming from the home.
- What happens when lightning strikes, how to stay safe
Lightning strikes are common during peak season from June through August, a time when 70% of lightning strike fatalities occur. So far this year, there have been 12 recorded fatalities in the United States, with one incident reported last week in Cape Charles.
- Man on life support after being struck in a hit-and-run
A Poquoson man named Cody Piper faces a felony hit-and-run charge after police reported that he lost control of his vehicle on Wheatland Drive. The incident occurred in Hampton when he struck another man who was mowing his lawn.
- YPSO: Williamsburg man charged with murder in Emma Rose Court shooting
A Williamsburg man was arrested after being connected to a shooting that occurred on Emma Rose Court. The incident resulted in the death of an 18-year-old victim, according to reports from the York-Poquoson Sheriff's Office.
- GALLERY: Hampton Roads residents show their view of SpaceX rocket
SpaceX launched a Falcon 9 rocket from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station in Florida around 5:30 a.m. Viewers across Hampton Roads observed the event, sending their views to On Your Side. WAVY viewer Gerry Taylor captured footage of the rocket soaring through the sky.
- $5,000 reward offered to help find Norfolk murder suspect
The U.S. Marshals Service has offered a $5,000 reward for information leading to the arrest of Skyler Ray Brock. Brock, 30, is wanted in Norfolk, Va., on charges of second-degree murder and use of a firearm in the commission of a felony following a fatal shooting.
- NPD: 15-year-old wounded in shooting on Halstead Ave
Police are investigating an overnight shooting that occurred in Norfolk. Officers found a 15-year-old boy suffering from a gunshot wound near Halstead Avenue and transported him to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.
- Man rescued after SUV drives off dock of Eastern Shore creek
A person drove an SUV off a dock and into the Chesconessex Creek in Onancock on Friday night. During this harrowing event, another man used his kayak to help keep him afloat while assisting with the rescue. Video footage of the incident was shared with 10 On Your Side.
- New safeguard in place to protect emergency communications on Hatteras, Ocracoke islands
A new safeguard has been put in place to protect emergency communications on Hatteras and Ocracoke islands. These connections are critical, as communication can be a lifeline during emergencies such as calling 911.
- Portsmouth police seek help identifying three larceny suspects
Portsmouth Police are requesting community assistance in identifying several larceny suspects. The police are specifically seeking help regarding three individuals accused of larceny.
- Vehicle strikes tree on Whaleyville Boulevard in Suffolk
A vehicle struck a tree on Whaleyville Boulevard Sunday afternoon. The incident occurred in Suffolk and was reported by Suffolk Fire & Rescue.
- Vehicle catches fire during crash on Piney Swamp Road in Gloucester County
Emergency crews responded to a single vehicle crash on Piney Swamp Road in Gloucester County after the vehicle caught fire overnight. Abingdon Volunteer Fire and Rescue were dispatched to the location just after midnight due to reports of the incident, which included entrapment.
- Norfolk schools mourn sudden deaths of two Lake Taylor High seniors
Norfolk Public Schools announced they are mourning the sudden loss of two students who attended Lake Taylor High School. The young men were rising seniors, and the school system issued a media release detailing their grief.
- Insurance agent pled guilty to pocketing client premiums up to $164K
A former insurance agent, Thomas Robert Hoyt, pled guilty to wire fraud for pocketing up to $164 thousand in premiums paid by clients. According to media releases and court documents, Hoyt was contracted with insurance carriers to sell policies to clients.
- Google seeks to protect water while building data centers
Google announced $10 million in funding aimed at supporting community water infrastructure plans and protecting water resources while building data centers. Ben Townsend, Google Global Head of Infrastructure Strategy & Sustainability, stated that water is a vital resource necessary for healthy ecosystems, communities, energy, and agriculture.
- Virginia Beach crews respond to sinking fishing boat near Lesnar Bridge
Emergency crews from Virginia Beach successfully rescued six people after they were trapped on a 40-foot fishing vessel. The boat was taking on water near the Lesnar Bridge.
- Chesapeake warns of new email scams impersonating the Planning Department
Chesapeake city officials have warned residents about a new type of scam. This fraud uses fake emails and invoices that impersonate the Planning Department director regarding development project fees.
- Norfolk mother seeks help from community after hit and run puts her child in the hospital
A mother from Norfolk was involved when her 9-year-old son was hit by a car speeding through their neighborhood, resulting in his hospitalization. The vehicle responsible for the accident subsequently sped away.
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