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Bedford County Fair promises free admission and fun
Read full article: Bedford County Fair promises free admission and funThe Bedford County Fair, featuring free admission, rides, live music, and unique food, will be held from Friday to Sunday, aiming to celebrate local traditions and boost the county's economy.
Bedford County School teacher arrested in connection with sexual assault of a student
Read full article: Bedford County School teacher arrested in connection with sexual assault of a studentThe Bedford County Sheriff's Office has arrested John Rose in connection with a sexual assault that occurred on a student in Bedford County.
18-year-old Colorado high school grad dies at Smith Mountain Lake
Read full article: 18-year-old Colorado high school grad dies at Smith Mountain LakeA family vacation took a tragic turn on Thursday when an 18-year-old died after swimming in the lake. Investigators say he may have suffered from electric shock drowning.
Goodview man arrested on child pornography charges
Read full article: Goodview man arrested on child pornography chargesA Goodview man was arrested on Monday after an investigation by Bedford County Sheriffโs Office investigators assigned to the Southern Virginia Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force.
Bedford County drug โpop upโ bust leads to seizure of more than $3 million in illegal drugs
Read full article: Bedford County drug โpop upโ bust leads to seizure of more than $3 million in illegal drugsA Bedford County bust at two drug pop-ups yielded more than $3 million in illegal drugs and 13 guns, according to the Bedford County Sheriffโs Office.
Arrest made in connection with Montvale shooting, victimโs whereabouts unknown
Read full article: Arrest made in connection with Montvale shooting, victimโs whereabouts unknownA Montvale man was shot early Friday morning but left the scene before deputies could help him, according to the Bedford County Sheriffโs Office.
Bedford Co. man charged for accidentally shooting himself on school property, deputies say
Read full article: Bedford Co. man charged for accidentally shooting himself on school property, deputies sayA Bedford County man is facing charges after accidentally shooting himself on school property, according to the Bedford County Sheriffโs Office.
Ohio girl found in Bedford County after being kidnapped, man arrested
Read full article: Ohio girl found in Bedford County after being kidnapped, man arrestedA 15-year-old girl was found in Bedford County on Monday after being kidnapped by a man in February, according to the Bedford County Sheriffโs Office.
Lynchburg man arrested on child pornography charges
Read full article: Lynchburg man arrested on child pornography chargesBedford County Sheriffโs Office investigators assigned to the Southern Virginia Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force arrested a Lynchburg man Wednesday on child pornography charges.
Bedford authorities searching for two suspects, stolen vehicle after armed robbery in Moneta
Read full article: Bedford authorities searching for two suspects, stolen vehicle after armed robbery in MonetaThe Bedford County Sheriffโs Office is searching for two people after they stole two vehicles and multiple valuable items from a home in Moneta on Wednesday.
Congressman Morgan Griffith announces $11,402 for the Bedford County Sheriffโs Office
Read full article: Congressman Morgan Griffith announces $11,402 for the Bedford County Sheriffโs OfficeVirginia Congressman Morgan Griffith announced Tuesday that $11,402 will be awarded to the Bedford County Sheriffโs Office.
Back to school safety and security: Bedford County Public Schools
Read full article: Back to school safety and security: Bedford County Public SchoolsBedford County Public Schools serves more than 9,000 students across 13 elementary schools, three middle schools and Staunton River, Liberty and Jefferson Forest high schools.
Man facing animal cruelty charges after multiple dogs seized from Bedford County home, authorities say
Read full article: Man facing animal cruelty charges after multiple dogs seized from Bedford County home, authorities sayA man is facing charges after authorities found multiple dogs mistreated at a Bedford County home, according to the Bedford County Sheriffโs Office.
North Carolina man arrested in death of Bedford County woman now charged with first degree murder
Read full article: North Carolina man arrested in death of Bedford County woman now charged with first degree murderA North Carolina man has been charged with first-degree murder in connection to the death of a 28-year-old Bedford County woman, according to court records.
North Carolina man arrested for murder of Bedford County woman, Sheriff says
Read full article: North Carolina man arrested for murder of Bedford County woman, Sheriff saysA man from North Carolina has been arrested and charged with the murder of a 28-year-old Bedford County woman, the Bedford County Sheriffโs Office said.
Woman arrested, charged in connection with Bedford County shooting, authorities say
Read full article: Woman arrested, charged in connection with Bedford County shooting, authorities sayThe Bedford County Sheriffโs Office has taken one person into custody in connection with the shooting that left one man hospitalized on Monday.
Man arrested after stabbing multiple people in Bedford County Friday, authorities say
Read full article: Man arrested after stabbing multiple people in Bedford County Friday, authorities sayThe Bedford County Sheriffโs Office said that Karnes has been charged with three counts of malicious wounding and is currently being held in the Blue Ridge Regional Jail without bond.
Bedford County Sheriff: Woman arrested after abandoning children, dogs
Read full article: Bedford County Sheriff: Woman arrested after abandoning children, dogsA woman has been arrested after abandoning her children and dogs inside of a Bedford home, according to the Bedford County Sheriffโs Office.
Bedford authorities searching for missing 14-year-old boy with autism
Read full article: Bedford authorities searching for missing 14-year-old boy with autismAuthorities said that 14-year-old Ethan Keys was last seen near the intersection of Gumtree Drive and Spring Lake Drive in Forest wearing a black long-sleeve shirt, black cotton pants, and black tennis shoes.
Bedford County Sheriffโs Office receives grant to hire 14 more school resource officers
Read full article: Bedford County Sheriffโs Office receives grant to hire 14 more school resource officersSROs are currently assigned to the countyโs six secondary schools, but regularly patrol the other 14 sites -- which allows law enforcement to be present in every school every day. The grant ensures an SRO is assigned to a particular school.
53-year-old man facing several charges after pursuit in Bedford County
Read full article: 53-year-old man facing several charges after pursuit in Bedford CountyA 53-year-old man is now in custody after leading authorities on a high-speed chase Monday night, according to the Bedford County Sheriffโs Office.
Bedford authorities searching for men responsible for violent home invasion, robbery
Read full article: Bedford authorities searching for men responsible for violent home invasion, robberyThe Bedford County Sheriffโs Office is searching for the men they believe are responsible for a violent home invasion and robbery.
Father charged with second degree-murder in connection to babyโs death in Bedford County
Read full article: Father charged with second degree-murder in connection to babyโs death in Bedford CountyA father was arrested and is facing charges for the death of his 2-month-old baby, according to the Bedford County Sheriffโs Office.
Bedford County Sheriffโs Office captain attends FBI National Academy in Quantico
Read full article: Bedford County Sheriffโs Office captain attends FBI National Academy in QuanticoA ten-week FBI training course in Quantico is something few local law enforcement get to experience, but Captain Shannon Zimmerman is able to say he has.
Charges pending after two separate cases of vehicle larcenies in Forest
Read full article: Charges pending after two separate cases of vehicle larcenies in ForestThe Bedford County Sheriffโs Office has identified two separate groups of juveniles as suspects in connection to two separate cases of vehicle thefts in the Forest area.
Juveniles identified as suspects in multiple vehicle thefts in Bedford County, Lynchburg
Read full article: Juveniles identified as suspects in multiple vehicle thefts in Bedford County, LynchburgMultiple juveniles have been marked as suspects in connection to a string of vehicle thefts in Bedford County and Lynchburg, according to the Bedford County Sheriffโs Office.
Suspects arrested after $10K in tools stolen from construction site in Bedford County
Read full article: Suspects arrested after $10K in tools stolen from construction site in Bedford CountyOn Wednesday a man and woman were arrested after $10,000 in power tools were stolen from a plumbing van at a construction site earlier this month.
Two men arrested, charged with second-degree murder after shooting in Bedford County
Read full article: Two men arrested, charged with second-degree murder after shooting in Bedford CountyThe Bedford County Sheriffโs Office is investigating a homicide that happened in the Goodview area Friday afternoon, authorities say.
Bedford County authorities seize 26 dogs, 71-year-old man faces animal cruelty charges
Read full article: Bedford County authorities seize 26 dogs, 71-year-old man faces animal cruelty chargesMembers of the Bedford County Sheriffโs Office are currently serving a search warrant related to animal cruelty and hoarding in the Goodview area of the county.
Authorities ask publicโs help to find person stealing items from vehicles in Bedford County
Read full article: Authorities ask publicโs help to find person stealing items from vehicles in Bedford CountyThe Bedford County Sheriffโs Office needs your help identifying a person of interest who authorities say stole from vehicles early Monday morning.
Bedford County Sheriffโs Office increasing enforcement of seatbelt laws
Read full article: Bedford County Sheriffโs Office increasing enforcement of seatbelt lawsAs travel rates across the u-s continue to return to pre-pandemic levels, the Bedford County sheriffโs office is working to keep drivers safe on the roads.
Five hospitalized after 90+ mph chase in Bedford County ends in crash, authorities say
Read full article: Five hospitalized after 90+ mph chase in Bedford County ends in crash, authorities sayA Pennsylvania driver was charged after authorities said he tried to elude deputies and then crashed, according to the Bedford County Sheriff's Office.
Deputies searching for suspect in connection to multiple car break-ins in Bedford County
Read full article: Deputies searching for suspect in connection to multiple car break-ins in Bedford CountyThe Bedford County Sheriffโs Office is seeking the publicโs help in finding a suspect in connection to multiple car break-ins in the area.
Man arrested, charged after eluding deputies in Bedford County
Read full article: Man arrested, charged after eluding deputies in Bedford CountyA 26-year-old man now faces several charges after leading officers on a chase throughout the north end of Bedford County on Saturday, according to the Bedford County Sheriffโs Office.
Lynchburgโs River Ridge Mall hosts Heroes Serving the Community event
Read full article: Lynchburgโs River Ridge Mall hosts Heroes Serving the Community eventAgencies including Virginia State Police, the Lynchburg police and fire departments, and the Bedford County Sheriffโs Office were on hand, to interact with families, pass out free giveaways, and allow children to climb into their emergency vehicles.
Student charged, in custody after bringing gun to Liberty High School, authorities say
Read full article: Student charged, in custody after bringing gun to Liberty High School, authorities sayA student is in custody after bringing a gun on school property, according to the Bedford County Sheriff's Office.
Suspects steal large number of tools, other from Thomas Jeffersonโs Poplar Forest, deputies say
Read full article: Suspects steal large number of tools, other from Thomas Jeffersonโs Poplar Forest, deputies sayThe Bedford County Sheriffโs Office is investigating a burglary at Thomas Jeffersonโs Poplar Forest.
Authorities searching for Roanoke woman they say used counterfeit money in Bedford County
Read full article: Authorities searching for Roanoke woman they say used counterfeit money in Bedford CountyThe Bedford County Sheriffโs Office is searching for a 33-year-old woman it believes has been knowingly using fake money.
21-year-old Bedford man arrested for abusing 4-year-old child, authorities say
Read full article: 21-year-old Bedford man arrested for abusing 4-year-old child, authorities sayA man is behind bars after deputies found a 4-year-old child who had been physically harmed, according to the Bedford County Sheriffโs Office.
Nine arrested, three wanted in connection to narcotic round-up in Bedford County
Read full article: Nine arrested, three wanted in connection to narcotic round-up in Bedford CountyNine people are behind bars and another three are wanted after a narcotic round-up by the Bedford County Sheriffโs Office Thursday.
Scythe, picnic table stolen from Bedford County antique store
Read full article: Scythe, picnic table stolen from Bedford County antique storeAuthorities need your help finding a man who they believe stole a picnic table from an antique store on Friday night, according to the Bedford County Sheriffโs Office.
Bedford County authorities arrest four in connection with thefts from mailboxes
Read full article: Bedford County authorities arrest four in connection with thefts from mailboxesBedford County authorities arrest four in connection with thefts from mailboxesBEDFORD COUNTY, Va. โ Bedford County authorities have arrested four people who they believe are connected to recent thefts from mailboxes. Uttering is the assertion by word or action that a writing known by the presenter to be forged is actually valid, according to the law office of Shawn Cline. These arrests are the result of an investigation into the recent thefts from mailboxes in the Huddleston and Bodycamp areas, according to the Sheriffโs Office. The Bedford County Sheriffโs Office is requesting assistance in identifying the person of interest in the attached... Posted by Bedford County Sheriff's Office VA on Saturday, March 27, 2021As the investigation continues, the Sheriffโs Office said more charges could be filed. Anyone with information on the mailbox thefts is asked to call the Sheriffโs Office at 540-586-7827.
40-year-old Bedford man charged with capturing graphic images
Read full article: 40-year-old Bedford man charged with capturing graphic imagesBEDFORD, Va. โ The Bedford County Sheriffโs Office arrested a man for capturing graphic images on Friday. Authorities arrested 40-year-old Walter Thomas Smith, of Bedford, on one count of unlawful creation of a video graphic/still image of a minor and one count of unlawful creation of a video graphic/still image of an adult, according to the Bedford County Sheriffโs Office. The investigation was in connection with the Southern Virginia Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force. The Sheriffโs Office said this is an ongoing investigation and anyone with additional information on the case is asked to call the task force at 434-534-9521 Ext: 226.
Bedford County Sheriffโs Office looks for suspects stealing mail
Read full article: Bedford County Sheriffโs Office looks for suspects stealing mailBedford County, Va. โ Normally during the holidays, you have to worry about porch pirates. The Bedford County Sheriffโs Office is warning residents to stay vigilant after reports of mail being stolen from mailboxes. People residing in Body Camp and Huddleston are reporting their mail being ripped open and then tossed on the side of the road. The sheriffโs office asks if anyone spots mail on the ground to not touch it, rather give them a call. โWhen you get home from work get your mail out of your mailboxes, take it inside,โ Major Jon Wilks with Bedford County Sheriffโs Office said.
National Park Service identify body found in river as missing Bedford County man
Read full article: National Park Service identify body found in river as missing Bedford County manBEDFORD COUNTY, Va. โ UPDATEAuthorities identified the body that was found on Wednesday by multiple agencies. National Park Service along with the Bedford County Sheriffโs Office recovered a body near Rutrough Point on the Roanoke River. The park service says the body was that of missing 26-year-old Brent Gibson, of Bedford County. ORIGINAL STORYA body was found in a lake in Bedford County on Wednesday, according to the Bedford County Sheriffโs Office. AdOther agencies that initially assisted were Bedford County Fire and Rescue, Hardy Volunteer Fire Department and the Smith Mountain Lake Volunteer Fire Department.
Bedford County man charged with possession of child pornography
Read full article: Bedford County man charged with possession of child pornographyGOODVIEW, Va. โ A Bedford County man has been charged with ten counts of possession of child pornography, according to the Bedford County Sheriffโs Office. Perry William โBillโ Rose, 70, of Goodview was arrested by investigators on the Southern Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force, authorities said. The Bedford County Sheriffโs Office and the Campbell County Sheriffโs Office are a part of the Southern Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force. Authorities said this is an ongoing investigation. Anyone with information on this case is asked to call the Southern Internet Crimes Against Childrenโs Task Force at 434-534-9521.
Two Bedford County schools under lockdown due to โincident in the communityโ
Read full article: Two Bedford County schools under lockdown due to โincident in the communityโTwo schools in Bedford County are on lockdown due to an โincident in the community.โNew London Academy and Thomas Jefferson Elementary School are under a perimeter lockdown as of 12:45 p.m.Officials said the lockdowns were put in place in cooperation with the Bedford County Sheriffโs Office. Stay with 10 News as this breaking news story develops.
Authorities found missing Bedford County 16-year-old
Read full article: Authorities found missing Bedford County 16-year-oldJacob Ashman has been reported missing in Bedford County and was last seen around 11:30 p.m. WednesdayUPDATEAuthorities said that 16-year-old Jacob Ashman, of Bedford County, was found safe on Thursday. ORIGINAL STORYAuthorities are searching for a missing 16-year-old out of Bedford County, according to the Bedford County Sheriffโs Office. Jacob Ashman was last seen around 11:30 p.m. Wednesday near Liberty High School, deputies said. According to the Sheriffโs Office, Jacob left his house on foot wearing grey sweat pants with a grey hoodie and pink shoes with neon pink writing. Anyone with information is asked to contact Deputy Clark at 540-586-7827.
Bedford County Sheriffโs Office approved to apply for new body cameras
Read full article: Bedford County Sheriffโs Office approved to apply for new body camerasBEDFORD COUNTY, Va. โ The Bedford County Sheriffโs Office is taking another step in protecting the community and its deputies. It can now apply for a grant to purchase 15 new body cameras, after getting approval from the Bedford County Board of Supervisors on Monday. The Sheriffโs Office currently has about 70 cameras, but this will replace those that are worn out and take months to repair. The technology is used whenever a deputy is out of a patrol car and helps assure transparency. The $10,000 grant also requires a 50% match from the Sheriffโs Office.
Christmas Eve bandit wanted for falsely obtaining nearly $2000 in Bedford County, authorities say
Read full article: Christmas Eve bandit wanted for falsely obtaining nearly $2000 in Bedford County, authorities saySurveillance footage of man authorities said falsely obtained $1,900 in Bedford CountyBEDFORD COUNTY, Va. โ The Bedford County Sheriffโs Office is searching for a man they say obtained money under false pretenses. Authorities said that on Dec. 23 and Dec. 24, 2020, this man in the Forest Area took $1,900. Anyone with information that can identify him is asked to call 540-586-4800 or submit a tip to Central Virginia Crime Stoppers via phone at 1-888-798-5900.
Spike strips end New Yearโs Day pursuit in Bedford County
Read full article: Spike strips end New Yearโs Day pursuit in Bedford CountyBEDFORD COUNTY, Va. โ A 24-year-old Lynchburg man is in jail after a chase early on New Yearโs Day that began in Lynchburg and ended in Bedford County, according to authorities. At 1:35 a.m., the Lynchburg Police Department alerted the Bedford County Sheriffโs Office that a vehicle its officers were pursuing on U.S. 460 was heading in Bedford County. The person being pursued was wanted in connection with an assault and battery investigation, according to the Bedford County Sheriffโs Office. Once Bedford County deputies joined the pursuit, the pursued driver, hit a county EMS vehicle twice before he was able to pass it, according to the Sheriffโs Office. In Bedford County, Johnson is charged with felony eluding, felony assault and battery of EMS and driving without a license.
Bedford County woman located safely after being reported missing
Read full article: Bedford County woman located safely after being reported missing64-year-old Linda Peery was reported missing on Saturday and authorities are asking for the publicโs help in finding her. BEDFORD COUNTY, Va. โ UPDATELinda Peery was located and is safe, according to the Bedford County Sheriffโs Office. ORIGINAL STORYA woman has been reported missing out of Bedford County, according to the Bedford County Sheriffโs Office. 64-year-old Linda Peery was reported missing on Saturday and authorities are asking for the publicโs help in finding her. Peery may be driving a black or dark blue Chevrolet Impala with Virginia tags โXXB-9636.โAnyone with information about Perryโs whereabouts is asked to contact Sergeant Arney at 540-586-4800 extension 4063.
Woman arrested for grand larceny of firearms, motor vehicle in Bedford County
Read full article: Woman arrested for grand larceny of firearms, motor vehicle in Bedford CountyBEDFORD COUNTY, Va. โ A woman was arrested Saturday for stealing a motor vehicle among other belongings from a Bedford property back in November. On Nov. 30, the Bedford County Sheriffโs Office responded to a residence on the 6000 block of Stewartsville Road for a burglary. Authorities said the victim reported the larceny of โmany firearms, tools, cash and a motor vehicleโ from the property. According to the Sheriffโs Office, Shannon Elaine Halton was taken into custody by members of the US Marshals Task Force on Dec. 19. Halton, who was previously considered a fugitive by authorities, was wanted for burglary and two counts of grand larceny.
Brief chase in Bedford County leads to theft suspectsโ arrest, authorities say
Read full article: Brief chase in Bedford County leads to theft suspectsโ arrest, authorities sayBEDFORD COUNTY, Va. โ Two people who authorities believe are responsible for multiple thefts across Bedford County are now in custody. On Wednesday, the Bedford County Sheriffโs Office received a report that people in a black SUV were connected to a purse theft within the town of Bedford. Later, deputies learned that a credit card from the stolen purse was used at a business in the Forest area. When deputies found the SUV in question, they attempted to stop it; however, the driver drove away and later crashed, according to the Sheriffโs Office. Anyone with information on this incident can call the Bedford County Sheriffโs Office at 540-586-7827 or Central Virginia Crime Stoppers at 1-888-798-5900.
Bedford County Sheriffโs Office distributes Thanksgiving meals to families in need
Read full article: Bedford County Sheriffโs Office distributes Thanksgiving meals to families in needBEDFORD COUNTY, Va. โ The Bedford County Sheriffโs Office was out on patrol ahead of Thanksgiving. They werenโt fighting crime, but delivering meals to families in need. Sheriff Mike Miller said they want to help families facing hardships during the COVID-19 pandemic. โItโs time for us to return thanks. Weโve been very blessed, and now itโs our time to return the thanks to someone else.โThe Sheriffโs Office worked with local schools and social services to identify the meal recipients.
Bedford County drug roundup nets 24 arrests, 10 still wanted
Read full article: Bedford County drug roundup nets 24 arrests, 10 still wantedBEDFORD COUNTY, Va. โ Ten people remain wanted after members of the Bedford County Sheriffโs Office and U.S. Of those 31, 21 are now in custody, with three others arrested on unrelated charges during some of the operationโs arrests. The roundup is a partnership between the Bedford County Sheriffโs Office, Virginia State Police and U.S. And that goes for all drug dealers and everyone thatโs doing illegal stuff in our county,โ said Miller. In addition to the 21 arrests, authorities served the following felony warrants during the roundup:
Drugs, thousands in cash seized in Bedford County traffic stop turned home search
Read full article: Drugs, thousands in cash seized in Bedford County traffic stop turned home searchBEDFORD COUNTY, Va. โ A man is facing several charges after a traffic stop turned into a search warrant for a Bedford County home, according to the Bedford County Sheriffโs Office. Authorities say information from the traffic stop on Friday developed into a search of a home in the 2200 block of Five Forks Road. Around three ounces of meth and heroin, a firearm and a cash value of $3,054 were seized during the search, according to the sheriffโs office. Justin Butler was arrested and charged with possession with intent to distribute meth and heroin, possession of a firearm by a convicted felon and possession of a firearm with schedule 1 or 2 drugs. Butler is being held on no bond at Bedford Detention Center.
Bedford County deputies armed with new tool for election security
Read full article: Bedford County deputies armed with new tool for election securityBEDFORD COUNTY, Va. โ Law enforcement both in our area and statewide are spending the next few days finalizing their election day plans as fears of voter intimidation remain with politics continuing to heat up. At the Bedford County Sheriffโs Office, Major Jon Wilks said their deputies will be prepared for Nov. 3. โWith all the election laws and also polling laws for locations and weโve distributed that to all the deputies," Wilks said. In Bedford County, deputies are not expected to post up at precincts either, but will be in the area with their eyes and ears open. Whether it be this election or any other election we have that same goal any other time," Wilks said.
Authorities working to identify two persons of interest in connection with remains found inside charred SUV
Read full article: Authorities working to identify two persons of interest in connection with remains found inside charred SUVAuthorities are working to learn the identities of two persons of interest in connection with the incidents. 45-year-old Carlos Rose was reported missing out of the Boonsboro area on Tuesday, according to the Bedford County Sheriffโs Office. The Bedford County Sheriffโs Office could not comment on whether or not this investigation is related to the body found in Appomattox County. The Appomattox County Sheriffโs Office and other surrounding jurisdictions are working closely with the Bedford County Sheriffโs Office to locate Rose. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Bedford County Sheriffโs Office at 540-586-7827 or Central Virginia Crime Stoppers at 1-888-798-5900.
Sheriff believes Bedford County deadly shooting was unintentional
Read full article: Sheriff believes Bedford County deadly shooting was unintentionalBEDFORD COUNTY, Va. โ Bedford County authorities are releasing more information about a deadly shooting on Wednesday evening. Mathew Paul Beach, 30, of Bedford, died after being shot, according to the Bedford County Sheriffโs Office. Sheriff Mike Miller said the initial investigation into the shooting leads him to believe the shooting was unintentional. ORIGINAL STORYAuthorities in Bedford County said they responded to an incident involving a firearm on Wednesday night. Bedford County dispatch received a call regarding an incident in the 2800 block of Wheats Valley Road, according to Bedford County Sheriff Mike Miller.
Man arrested after authorities say he stole trimmer from Bedford County hardware store
Read full article: Man arrested after authorities say he stole trimmer from Bedford County hardware storeMONETA, Va. โ A Bedford man is facing charges after authorities say he stole a trimmer from a local hardware store. On Oct. 2, the Bedford County Sheriffโs Office says it received a call that a Stihl String Trimmer had been stolen from Moneta Farm and Home Center. Deputies say they received tips on the theft throughout the weekend and investigators were able to identify and arrest a suspect. Ronald Allen of Bedford has been charged with one count of petit larceny in connection to the theft, and authorities say other charges may be pending.
Two facing charges in connection with abduction, robbery spanning Roanoke, Bedford counties
Read full article: Two facing charges in connection with abduction, robbery spanning Roanoke, Bedford countiesBEDFORD COUNTY, Va. โ Two people are now facing charges in connection with an abduction and robbery that spanned Roanoke and Bedford counties last month. He told the Sheriffโs Office the incident started at her home in Roanoke County. Nester was charged with abduction, robbery and grand larceny, according to the Sheriffโs Office. Through a collaboration investigation between agencies in Bedford and Roanoke counties, authorities brought more charges against Nester and identified another suspect. Edmondson with the Bedford County Sheriffโs Office at 540-586-4800 ext.
Bucket hat bandit robs Bedford County convenience store
Read full article: Bucket hat bandit robs Bedford County convenience storeBEDFORD COUNTY, Va. โ Authorities are searching for the man they say robbed a Moneta convenience store on Thursday. The robber walked into Lakers Country Store on Moneta Road wearing a red-and-black bucket hat and a blue bandana. He demanded money, according to the Bedford County Sheriffโs Office. The robber is believed to be somewhere between 5 feet, 5 inches and 5 feet, 10 inches tall. Anyone with information about this incident is asked to call the Bedford County Sheriffโs Office at 540-586-7827.