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Suspect charged after writing bomb threat to Brookville Middle School
Read full article: Suspect charged after writing bomb threat to Brookville Middle SchoolThe Campbell County Sheriffโs Office says a suspect has been identified and charged after they wrote a bomb threat to Brookeville Middle School.
Campbell County Sheriff's office asking for public's help in search of missing 15-year-old
Read full article: Campbell County Sheriff's office asking for public's help in search of missing 15-year-oldThe Campbell County Sheriff's Office is seeking the public's assistance in locating a missing 15-year-old girl who was last seen on July 18.
Campbell County Sheriffโs Office warns of scammers impersonating retired deputies
Read full article: Campbell County Sheriffโs Office warns of scammers impersonating retired deputiesThe Campbell County Sheriffโs Office is warning residents of several phone scams that involve scammers using retired deputiesโ names and the sheriffโs office phone number.
Two arrested after authorities seize drugs, $1.6k in cash during Campbell County traffic stop
Read full article: Two arrested after authorities seize drugs, $1.6k in cash during Campbell County traffic stopTwo people are facing charges after authorities seized drugs and cash during a traffic stop in Campbell County on Tuesday, according to the Campbell County Sheriffโs Office.
Rustburg man charged with attempted murder after allegedly barricading woman in room
Read full article: Rustburg man charged with attempted murder after allegedly barricading woman in roomA Rustburg man is facing charges after authorities said he allegedly forced a woman inside a room and barricaded her inside.
Campbell County authorities searching for man after burglary at 501 Express Mart
Read full article: Campbell County authorities searching for man after burglary at 501 Express MartThe Campbell County Sheriffโs Office is asking for the publicโs help to find the man they say robbed a 501 Express Mart.
Lynchburg man wanted, faces felony charge for assault and battery on an officer
Read full article: Lynchburg man wanted, faces felony charge for assault and battery on an officerCampbell County authorities say they are searching for a Lynchburg man who has been charged with a felony count of assault and battery on a law enforcement officer as well as other charges.
Man wanted by Campbell County authorities, but not to make an arrest
Read full article: Man wanted by Campbell County authorities, but not to make an arrestThe Campbell County Sheriffโs Office needs your help to identify a man โ not to arrest him, but to thank him for helping a deputy who was assaulted.
Campbell County Sheriffโs Office buys new equipment to help with crisis negotiation situations
Read full article: Campbell County Sheriffโs Office buys new equipment to help with crisis negotiation situationsThe agency recently bought the $30,000 technology because theyโre seeing a nationwide trend in their own backyard.
Two men wanted after Campbell County home invasion
Read full article: Two men wanted after Campbell County home invasionCAMPBELL COUNTY, Va. โ The Campbell County Sheriffโs Office continues its investigation into a home invasion and theft that happened on Monday near Leesville Road. On Tuesday, authorities announced the arrest of Erique Shelton Scottโs arrest in connection with the incident. Heโs charged with burglary, robbery and using a firearm in the commission of a felony. Each is wanted on charges of burglary, robbery and using of a firearm in the commission of a felony. Hereโs an approximate location of where authorities say the home invasion and theft happened:
Missing 75-year-old man found after search in Campbell County
Read full article: Missing 75-year-old man found after search in Campbell CountyCAMPBELL COUNTY, Va. - UPDATEBoyd was located safely, according to Virginia State Police. Authorities are searching for a missing 75-year-old Campbell County man. Authorities say he was reported to be driving a 2005 silver Toyota Tacoma with a dent on the tailgate and license plate WSP-2221. Boyd has a cognitive impairment and his disappearance poses a threat to his health and safety, according to Virginia State Police. The Campbell County Sheriff's Office is requesting the public's help to find Boyd.
Campbell County authorities search for men who robbed Family Dollar with a handsaw
Read full article: Campbell County authorities search for men who robbed Family Dollar with a handsawGLADYS, Va. - Authorities in Campbell County say they are searching for two men who robbed a Family Dollar using a handsaw. Officials say the incident happened at the Family Dollar at 8438 Brookneal Highway in Gladys around 9 p.m. Tuesday. The two wanted men reportedly entered the store, one of them with a handsaw, and robbed the Family Dollar before running away with an undisclosed amount of money. Anyone with information is asked to call the Campbell County Sheriff's Office at 434-332-9574. Copyright 2019 by WSLS 10 - All rights reserved.
Campbell County authorities searching for men they say stole hemp from local farmer
Read full article: Campbell County authorities searching for men they say stole hemp from local farmerCAMPBELL COUNTY, Va. - Campbell County authorities are asking for the public's help finding two men they say stole hemp from a local farmer. Deputies say the incident happened on Friday when the pair stole agricultural hemp from a farmer. Authorities did not specify how much hemp was stolen. Anyone with information regarding this incident is asked to contact the Campbell County Sheriffs Office at (434) 332-9574 or call Crime Stoppers at 1-888-798-5900. Enter a tip online at http://p3tips.com or use the P3 app on your mobile device.
Crews battling fully-involved fire at Halifax County business
Read full article: Crews battling fully-involved fire at Halifax County businessHALIFAX COUNTY, Va. - Crews are battling a fully involved fire at a Halifax County business, according to the Campbell County Sheriff's Office. Authorities say the fire is at Adams Lumber Company on L P Bailey Memorial Highway. According to the sheriff's office, the call was received around 2 a.m. Thursday. Stay with 10 News as this breaking news story develops. Copyright 2019 by WSLS 10 - All rights reserved.
Two missing teens found after extensive, week-long search in Campbell County and beyond
Read full article: Two missing teens found after extensive, week-long search in Campbell County and beyondCAMPBELL COUNTY, Va. - After more than a week-long, extensive search, two Campbell County teens were found safe. The Sheriff's Office thanked the Bedford County Sheriff's Office and EMS personnel for their role in locating the 15-year-olds, but did not mention where the teens were found. Jacob Morris and Jasmyn Gordan were reported as runaways/missing persons on Sept. 17 by their families, according to the Campbell County Sheriff's Office. Authorities believed that the two were traveling together. Copyright 2019 by WSLS 10 - All rights reserved.
Authorities continue asking for help finding two missing 15-year-olds
Read full article: Authorities continue asking for help finding two missing 15-year-oldsCAMPBELL COUNTY, Va. - The Campbell County Sheriff's Office is still asking for help to find two missing 15-year-olds. After first seeking the public's help on Sept. 19, authorities again on Wednesday asked for assistance after Jacob Morris and Jasmyn Gordan were reported as runaway/missing person on Sept. 17 by their families, according to the Sheriff's Office. Jacob is 5 feet, 6 inches tall and weighs about 120 pounds, with black hair, hazel eyes and a birthmark on the left side of his face. The Sheriff's Office did not provide a description of Jasmyn. Anyone with information regarding their location is asked to contact the Campbell County Sheriffs Office at 434-332-9574 or Crime Stoppers at 1-888-798-5900.
Missing Campbell County teen found safe
Read full article: Missing Campbell County teen found safeCAMPBELL COUNTY, Va. - After being missing for about a week, Raeven Watts was found at 12:10 p.m. on Monday. The Campbell County Sheriff's Office and its staff expressed its thanks to citizens for their assistance in location efforts. ORIGINAL STORYIt's been a week since 17-year-old Raeven Watts was last seen and the Campbell County Sheriff's Office is asking for your help to find her. Reports indicate she was last seen in the vicinity of Candlers Mountain Road on Monday, Sept. 9. Anyone with information regarding where Raeven may be is asked to contact the Campbell County Sheriffs Office at 434-332-9574 or call Crime Stoppers at 1-888-798-5900.
Man wanted after luggage stolen from Lynchburg airport
Read full article: Man wanted after luggage stolen from Lynchburg airportCAMPBELL COUNTY, Va. - Authorities are asking for help identifying a man shown on surveillance footage stealing luggage. A red dufflel bag and two black suitcases were stolen Friday at 3:30 p.m. from the Lynchburg Regional Airport, according to the Campbell County Sheriff's Office. Authorities also say the man was seen leaving the airport in a red Ford Econoline van. Anyone with information about the theft is asked to contact Investigator Stuart Herndon at 434-332-9514 or call Central Virginia Crime Stoppers at 1-888-798-5900. Copyright 2019 by WSLS 10 - All rights reserved.
Social Security phone scam targeting people in our area
Read full article: Social Security phone scam targeting people in our areaCAMPBELL COUNTY, Va. - The Campbell County Sheriff's Office is warning people about a social security phone scam targeting people in our area. They say they've received several reports of calls where scammers inform people that their Social Security numbers are being suspended because of suspicious activity. Scammers ask people to confirm their social security number over the phone, and some even say that peoples' bank accounts will be frozen if they don't withdraw cash, according to the sheriff's office. Authorities say the scammers are targeting cell phones and landlines. The sheriff's office is reminding people that law enforcement or government agencies will never call asking for money or threatening legal action.
Two vehicles stolen, several others broken into in Campbell County
Read full article: Two vehicles stolen, several others broken into in Campbell CountyCAMPBELL COUNTY, Va. - The Campbell County Sheriff's Office is investigating several vehicle break-ins that happened late Wednesday night. The break-ins occurred in the 7000 blocks of Wards Road. Two vehicles were stolen but were later recovered after they were found abandoned at the intersection of Hawkins and Wards roads. Anyone with information is asked to contact Investigator Stuart Herndon with the Campbell County Sheriff's Office at 434-332-9574 or contact Central Virginia Crime Stoppers at 1-888-798-5900. Tips of value may be eligible for a reward through Crime Stoppers.