36th Street Bang Squad member sentenced to life for murders on Peninsula NEWPORT NEWS, Va. (WAVY) — A Newport News man who prosecutors say was behind multiple murders and attempted murders as part of the 36th Bang Squad was sentenced to life in prison on Thursday.
Police: 4 alleged MS-13 gang members arrested in attack outside Woodbridge restaurant (Prince William County, VA) Prince William County police have arrested four individuals in connection with the brutal assault of a 31-year-old man outside Sabor Latino restaurant in Woodbridge on Monday, Feb. 15. All four suspects arrested and charged are alleged to be members
City of Roanoke committee continues work to address gun and gang violence (Roanoke, VA): he city of Roanoke is working to address gun and gang violence in the streets. The city formed a committee last year to meet monthly to tackle the issue.
Fredericksburg man lied to ATF, purchased guns for street gang member (Fredericksburg, VA): A Fredericksburg man pleaded guilty today to lying on an ATF form in the course of straw-purchasing seven firearms for a convicted felon and criminal street gang member.
MS-13 Gang Member Sentenced for Role in Armed Robbery (Alexandria, VA): An illegal alien and admitted MS-13 gang member was sentenced today to 28 months in prison for serving as a getaway driver for three men associated with MS-13 who had just committed an armed robbery. “This case is a prime example of our need for stro
Bloods Gang still wreaking havoc on Shore (Accomack County, VA) The Bloods street gang, estimated six years ago to have 40 to 60 members on the Eastern Shore of Virginia, appears to still be wreaking havoc locally as two known members, previously acquitted of murder in separate incidents, were indicted by an Acco
Suspended sentence issued in gang break-in case (Louisa, VA A Bumpass man was given a 15-year suspended sentence in Louisa Circuit Court today for breaking into a Buckner Road home, a crime he committed in order to get out of a gang.
Legislature OKs bills to combat human trafficking of minors (Richmond, VA): The General Assembly has passed two identical bills intended to help social workers in the fight against minor-involved human trafficking. The bills, introduced by House Majority Leader Charniele L. Herring, D-Alexandria, and Sen. Mark Obenshain, R-R
MS-13 gang member found guilty of capital murder in teen's death (Bedford County, VA): jury has found the MS-13 gang member charged with brutally murdering a Lynchburg teenager guilty of capital murder. Kevin Soto-Bonilla is one of six people charged in Raymond Wood's murder and his trial has been going on for two weeks in Bedford Coun
MS-13 Gang Member Sentenced for Role in Gang-Related Assault (Alexandria, VA An MS-13 gang member was sentenced today to 38 months in prison for his role and participation in a violent gang-related assault of a victim with multiple bats.
Gang member given 24 years in string of armed robberies at grocery stores (Norfolk, VA): A member of the Bloods street gang has been sentenced to 24 years in prison for acting as the gunman in several armed robberies at Hampton Roads grocery stores.
Roanoke leaders invoke public health model to contain 'epidemic' of gun violence (Roanoke, VA): When a shooting happens in Roanoke, a trained civilian team will go into action: heading to the scene of bloodshed, comforting family members at the hospital, coaxing a victim’s ally not to retaliate.
Another bombshell drops in Danville gang case as new grand jury testimony found (Danville, VA): Danville Commonwealth's Attorney Michael Newman sat in U.S. District Court clutching a manila envelope when a trial resumed Tuesday morning against the last remaining defendant in the city's ongoing federal case involving the Rollin' 60s Crips
City of Danville wins award for innovation and excellence (Danville, VA): The City of Danville’s Project Imagine program has been named as one of the winners of the Virginia Municipal League’s annual awards for innovation and excellence in local government.
Teen who killed Norfolk rapper gang leader VilleBoy Ant will serve 5 years (Norfolk, VA): Two years ago, Anthony “VilleBoy Ant” Sinclair was gunned down in a Norfolk parking lot, the death of the prominent gang member and rapper sparking fears of a renewed gang war.
Book details spiritual battle for gangs (Danville, VA): The city of Danville’s coordinator for youth services and gang violence prevention has written a book that provides churches and faith-based organizations with an understanding of the motives and origins of gangs from a Christian perspective
Man pleads guilty to MS-13 gang activity surrounding Lynchburg teen's murder (Lynchburg, VA): One of the six men facing charges in connection to the death of Lynchburg teen Raymond Wood pleaded guilty to three charges in court today. Juan Hernandez, 25, pleaded guilty to one felony count of gang participation, one felony count of accessory af
Body in 'Gang-Related' Killing Found in Fairfax Co. Park: Police (Fairfax County, VA): After more than a day of searching, police have found a body buried in a Fairfax County park. They believe the killing is gang-related. An investigative lead told police that there may be in the body in the woods of the Hybla Park area, Fairfax Count
90 arrested in Richmond, Tri-Cities during weeklong gang enforcement operation by the U.S. Marshals (Richmond, VA): Ninety people were arrested from about a dozen different gangs during a weeklong enforcement operation by the U.S. Marshals Service, according to a release. Led by the Marshals, multiple federal, state and local law enforcement agencies worked around
Louisa suspect sought to escape gang (Louisa, VA): man who kicked in the door of a Buckner Road house did so as part of his effort to escape a gang, a prosecutor and his attorney said in court. Keith Saunders-Mallory, 18, of Bumpass, faces charges of breaking into a house to commit robbery and doing
