The Virginia State Police Star City Drug and Violent Crime Task Force along with the Drug Enforcement Administration seized weapons, drugs, and other paraphernalia after a major narcotics operation in Roanoke on Saturday, Virginia State Police said.

One law enforcement expert told 10 News while the video explains a lot, there’s context that’s missing that will likely become clear as the investigation unfolds.

Mayor Joe Cobb, City Manager Valmarie Turner, and Police Chief Scott Booth issued a joint statement regarding Anton Brown's arrest.

However, body cam footage of the arrest sparked controversy on social media and has led to many members of the community speaking out about his arrest.

Jessica Aber, the former U.S. Attorney for the Eastern District of Virginia, was found dead in her home on Saturday morning, Alexandria Police Department said.

One man is dead and one man is injured following a car crash that occurred in Rockbridge County on Thursday, Virginia State Police said.

Roanoke police held their coffee with a cop event in Downtown Roanoke today.

Blacksburg Police Chief Todd Brewster announced he will be retiring in July, 2025. Brewster has been serving in BPD as an officer since 1999, and has been police chief since July 2022.

The Behind the Badge seminar is happening today at the Radford City Office, and it’s all about tackling the tough issues of PTSD and suicide among law enforcement officers.

A man wanted for his involvement in a 2024 Martinsville shooting has been arrested after nearly 10 months of searching, Martinsville Police Department said.

A Roanoke man is wanted for first-degree murder in connection with the deadly shooting on Saturday, March 1.

Virginia Tech’s finest are preparing to brave the icy waters of the new river this weekend.

A child was injured following a hit-and-run incident that occurred on Hanover Avenue, Roanoke Police Department said.

Salem Police Department announced that Senior Police Officer Jared Bridges will be their 2024 Officer of the Year!

Dozens of new state troopers will be hitting the streets to serve and protect the Commonwealth.

Concerns are rising over the use of automatic license plate readers -- and how police can use them to track drivers.

One person is dead following a plane crash that occurred in Albemarle County on Saturday, Virginia State Police said.

Hidden Valley Middle School experienced two days of swatting incidents, according to the school’s website.

Roanoke Police say they made an arrest in connection to an alleged incident at Sam’s Club where a couple reported Nazi symbols were scrawled on lug nuts while their tires were being rotated.

The recent winter storm brought freezing temperatures, ice, and snow, leading to hundreds of crashes across the Commonwealth. Virginia State Police are urging drivers to plan ahead as another storm looms this weekend.

10 News got to ride along with the Roanoke Police Department's new downtown patrol unit.

Four new officers were pinned by their family members this afternoon for the Danville Police Department!

Local police departments are using new tools to help them find criminals.

There was a heavy police presence at Econo Lodge in Roanoke last night.

Virginia State Police are investigating after Roanoke Police shot and killed a suspect after he stabbed a woman and refused to put down a knife.

A 54-year-old man was arrested Saturday after leading authorities on a high-speed chase where he reached speeds of 100 mph.

Hunter Reedy was also on the minds of some law enforcement officers who took part in some extra training today as part of a now yearly competition.

There was a shooting in Roanoke Friday morning that left one man injured.

A man was arrested in a child exploitation investigation on Aug. 1, Lynchburg Police confirmed. The man was identified as 29-year-old Andrew Joseph O’Hop.

Today, the Roanoke City Sheriff’s Office and community members honored the life and legacy of a fallen hero.

Three people were injured after a shooting in Danville Friday night.

Roanoke Police say two people were taken to the hospital with non-life threatening gunshot wounds.

10 News spoke to Roanoke City Police about panhandling concerns in the region.

Anticipation is mingling with fear across Haiti as the country welcomes the fourth major foreign intervention in its history to fight gang violence.

If you got stopped by law enforcement, usually you’re a little concerned.

The service kicks off National Police Week.

A new resource is available to law enforcement in the area trying to catch criminals.

Spanish police say they suspect the bullet-riddled body of a man found in a town in eastern Spain is that of Russian defector Maksim Kuzminov, who flew a Russian army helicopter on his escape across the Ukrainian front lines last year.

A man was stabbed Monday evening in the 1500 block of Ninth Street SE during an argument, according to Roanoke Police.

Charges were dismissed against former Longwood police officer David Christian

Roanoke Police are conducting a death investigation in the 3200 block of Troy Ave NW.

Roanoke police say crime is down from last year. They recently presented numbers to City Council and shared how they are working with organizations to make sure crime is down all across the city.

Numerous studies point to a lack of women in law enforcement agencies.

Police say they are investigating incidents directed at Colorado Supreme Court justices and providing extra patrols around their homes in Denver following the court’s decision to remove President Donald Trump from the state’s presidential primary ballot.

Bill Price believes police officers and firefighters are not being recognized enough.

In less than a week, Scott Booth will take on his new leadership role in the Roanoke Police Department.

Police say three men are dead after an early morning shooting during a party in Denver.

10 News had the opportunity to have a ride along with law enforcement to see the dangers they face everyday.

A Franklin County mom and her three kids have been missing since about Sept. 5, according to authorities. However, on Friday, she spoke with 10 News for the first time.

A new report is revealing some of the strengths and weaknesses inside the Roanoke City Police Department.

It’s been more than two weeks since Lauren Cook and her three kids disappeared after a missed court appearance in Franklin County.

Following a long search for Roanoke’s next top cop, Scott Booth is stepping down from his role as Danville’s Police Chief to be Roanoke’s new chief.

Chief Booth is credited for a lot of the violence reduction with his work down in Danville.

The Roanoke Police Department is one step closer to finding a new chief of police.

Police in northeastern Bangladesh have used batons and tear gas to disperse opposition activists amid a political dispute over who will oversee the next election, which is expected to be held in January.

A month after a man was killed in a Downtown Roanoke assault, the suspect has been arrested and charged. Now, the victim’s friends are sharing what they think of the new development in the case.

It happened Saturday morning around 5:40.

21 homicides have happened in Roanoke already this year, and an uptick in crime has police searching for solutions. They’re holding a series of community forums beginning next week.

Roanoke's event comes on the back end of a week with four fatal shootings.

Leaders in Pulaski are looking to connect with the community and give children the supplies they need to be successful this school year.

Former Christiansburg Assistant Police Chief Chris Ramsey has been named the new police chief of the town.

It’s been two months since 6-year-old Kingston Campbell was shot and killed in Lynchburg, but no one has come forward.

Questions still remain after two people were found dead inside a Brandon Avenue SW apartment on Monday evening.

A homicide investigation is underway in Southwest Roanoke after a man and a woman were found dead inside a residence on Brandon Avenue SW Monday evening (July 3).

The people of Wintergreen are working to cope after Officer Chris Wagner was shot and killed Friday night.

Police are investigating a car crash in Roanoke at Jefferson and Campbell.

Danville Police held a news conference on Thursday to address the five-day operation that led to 25 people being arrested on 31 charges.

Police are searching for three gunmen who they believe opened fire along a crowded Florida beach promenade, wounding nine.

Police say he was shot in the calf

Local law enforcement is having trouble staying staffed. The Lynchburg Police Department has 27 open positions, according to Chief Ryan Zuidema.

The memorial service honors the lives of officers who died in the line of duty.

Roanoke Police Lt. Kenny Sauls sits down with 10 News to discuss gun violence involving juveniles in the Star City.

Virginia’s top prosecutor is sounding the alarm on the state of law enforcement.

A man is in custody following a fatal downtown Martinsville shooting outside of a local bar early Saturday morning.

A Roanoke man will spend the next year and a half in prison for a deadly road rage incident last summer.

Roanoke Commonwealth’s Attorney, Donald Caldwell, is releasing more details on a 7-Eleven shooting that left one person dead Sunday night.

Students at Radford University say they're shaken up after news of a sexual assault on campus. Radford University Police share what technology they are using to keep students safe.

Roanoke police are at the scene of 1600 16th Street SE in Roanoke, due to a standoff with a man wanted on several felony warrants.

The video had more than 18 million views at the time this story was published.

Construction has begun on the Lynchburg Police Department’s new headquarters, an estimated $50 million project.

The video had more than 1.3 million views at the time this story was published.

Israeli police have stormed the Al-Aqsa Mosque in Jerusalem’s Old City, firing stun grenades and beating Palestinian youths who hurled stones and firecrackers in a burst of violence during a sensitive holiday seasons.

Israeli police say they shot and killed a man who they alleged tried to snatch an officer’s gun at an entrance to a flashpoint Jerusalem holy site.

U.S. Census numbers show women make up 51% of the country’s population, but they make up only 12-14% of law enforcement, according to the latest data compiled by the U.S. Bureau of Justice Statistics.

February is Black History Month, and Lexington made history nearly two years ago with its first-ever black female police chief.

Montgomery County School Resource Officer, Deputy Steven Parks was recognized for saving the life of an Auburn Middle School student by performing the Heimlich maneuver.

Pearisburg Police Chief Jackie Martin will retire in April after serving his hometown for 39 years.

Large police presence at the Food Lion on Peter's Creek Road.

Tyre Nichols’ life was remembered at the Mississippi Boulevard Christian Church in Memphis at 2 p.m. Wednesday.

Local police departments are responding after the killing of Tyre Nichols.

Former Maryland officer shares insight after seeing Memphis PD video

Guns and Hoses Ice Hockey Game hopes to raise over $500,000 for charity

The new safety app was one of 25 safety measures the district is working on implementing.

Chuck Mason is the proud owner of a shadow box filled with patches, IDs and badges collected over the course of a record-breaking career.

Kohberger is accused of killing four college students in Moscow, Idaho.

Deputy Chief Rob Fincher will become the City of Martinsville’s new Chief of Police on Jan. 1, city officials announced Friday.

A former Radford City police captain was arrested Saturday by Virginia State Police.

The City of Martinsville will be looking for a new Chief of Police now that the current Chief of Police, G. E. “Eddie” Cassady, has announced his retirement.

One man is dead after a single car crash on the corner of Grayson Avenue and 10th street NW in Roanoke early Sunday morning, according to a press release from Roanoke Police.

The Danville Police Department is hosting its annual Thanksgiving food giveaway on Monday, Nov. 21.