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Gang rivalry may be behind recent gun violence in Danville

17 year-old killed March 10, 24 year-old shot multiple times March 16

5 MS-13 Members Accused of Stabbing Virginia Teen 100 Times

Police say five MS-13 gang members stabbed a 16-year-old boy 100 times in Maryland last weekend before driving his body to a remote area of Virginia and setting it ablaze.

Defendant claims he witnessed event that precipitated, ignited Danville’s gang war

A Danville man pleaded guilty Monday to racketeering conspiracy as he acknowledged his role in Danville’s gang-driven violence of 2016 and 2017.

Prince William probation officer sentenced for aiding gang members (Prince William County, VA):

A former probation officer was sentenced Friday to nearly four years in prison for obstructing a federal grand jury investigation into armed drug traffickers and gang members.

Two rival gangs involved in MacArthur Center shooting, prosecutor says (Norfolk, VA):

The shootout at MacArthur Center on Valentine's Day was a dispute between rival gangs, according to a prosecutor in the case. Two people were wounded, but will recover, and four were charged in connection with the gunfire in a shopping mall busy with

Gangs get blame for an increase in Danville violence (Danville, VA):

In his 31 years in ministry, the Rev. Frank McCullough has officiated hundreds of funerals. While no loss is easy, those that weigh heavily on him are the young people — usually in their 20s, even teens — whose lives were taken by violence.

MS-13 alleged gang member sentenced to 55 years for murder of Lynchburg teen (Bedford, VA):

BEDFORD, Va. (WFXR News) - Victor Rodas, an alleged MS-13 gang member, has been sentenced by a judge to 35 years for murder, 10 years for abduction, 10 years for gang involvement Friday afternoon. All sentences will be served consecutively with consi

Tattoos join a mound of evidence in Danville federal gang cases (Danville, VA):

Evidence presented against accused members of the Rollin 60s Crips and MILLA Bloods street gangs in Danville comes from all over.

Massive 200 person brawl erupts at an ice skating rink during a birthday party after tensions flared

200 person brawl broke out at a ice skating rink in Virginia after a song came on and fueled tensions between what appeared to be rival gangs.

Fairfax police arrest 4 for mob assault near Seven Corners (Fairfax County, VA):

Four known gang associates are behind bars after a man was assaulted in mid-October near Seven Corners, Fairfax County police said Nov. 9.

Street gang leader arrested in New York after Virginia indictment

A Brooklyn man accused of overseeing the Mad Stone Bloods, a violent street and prison gang, was arrested last week on charges of racketeering and interstate drug trafficking, according to newly unsealed court records.

Three plead guilty to roles in armed ambush intended to kill rival gang leader, federal court documents show (Danville, VA)

Three defendants swept up in an extensive federal racketeering case against 18 accused members and associates of two Danville gangs pleaded guilty to charges involving murder Tuesday.

Gang activity on the rise in Lynchburg (Lynchburg, VA):

ang activity is on the rise in Lynchburg. The Lynchburg Police Department says it is tackling the issue, but it needs the community's involvement too. Source: WSLS 10 News

Virginia leader of Bloods gang gets 20 years for drug trafficking and gun crimes

ALEXANDRIA, Va. (ABC7) — Tarvell Vandiver, 29, the leader of a Northern Virginia division of the national gang, United Blood Nation, has been sentenced to 20 years in prison on drug trafficking and gun charges.

Man found guilty in MS-13 gang-related killing in Bedford County (Bedford, VA

Victor Arnoldo Rodas was found guilty Friday of first-degree murder and two other charges in the March 27, 2017 death of Lynchburg teen Raymond Wood.

Four suspected Roanoke gang members indicted on conspiracy to commit murder, other charges (Roanoke, VA):

Authorities announced Monday afternoon the first major federal prosecution of organized gang activity in Roanoke as part of the newly reinvigorated Project Safe Neighborhoods violent crime reduction initiative

Sheriff: Hells Angels arrested following motel shooting

GREENVILLE, Va. (AP) — Authorities say the Hells Angels and a rival motorcycle club crossed paths at a Virginia motel, leading to a fight and the shooting of one man.

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Police News

Surge in car thefts at Denver airport challenges police

Increasingly, thieves have viewed the airport's acres of parking lots as easy targets, stealing about 16 cars a month

Austin cops question whether to stay or go: 'APD will always be home'

As some officers leave, others join. How does the next generation see their role?

'Not Reaching' pouches aim to reduce deadly encounters with police

Minnesota police agencies are partnering with Valerie Castile, the mother of man killed during a traffic stop

Every cop can ‘reform’ police training

Focus your efforts on the specific tasks that have the highest probability of ending up in tragedy in your job description

Corrections News

The T-kick

Developing your ability to move offline

Mentoring and Mentorship

Reality Training: Controlling intense emotions during correctional incidents

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