Roanoke Police are working with service providers in the city to help meet the needs of the homeless population.

Detectives from the Roanoke Police Department’s Special Victims Unit have arrested a man for possession of child pornography after receiving multiple tips from the community.

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.

The Roanoke Police Department is currently investigating a shooting that left a man dead Friday night.

They will be at various parks throughout the city, hosting free events that include food trucks, yard games, sports activities, balloon making and even a bouncy house.

A suspect is in custody Tuesday in connection to an alleged assault on a teenager who was out jogging Monday morning, according to RPD.

The RPD is investigating a shooting that injured a man Thursday night.

Members of the Roanoke Police Department’s Animal Warden Unit arrested the owner and the director of the non-profit “Nomadic Paws Kitten Rescue” for felony animal neglect after conducting a search warrant at a private residence operating as a shelter.

Roanoke Police Department is investigating a stabbing that occurred in Roanoke on Sunday evening.

The Roanoke Police Department is currently investigating an assault that left two with non-life-threatening injuries Monday evening.

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

A man is dead following a stabbing that occurred in Northwest Roanoke on Thursday night, Roanoke Police Department said.

A 28-year-old Roanoke man was arrested and charged on multiple charges of online child sex crimes after it was discovered he was in possession of child pornography.

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

The Roanoke Police Department is investigating a homicide that happened early Wednesday morning on Yellow Mountain Road SE.

The Roanoke Police Department are offering up some tips to keep safe on the roads as well as some hazards to watch out for.

The Roanoke Police Department is investigating a shooting that occurred at a business in Southeast Roanoke, according to authorities.

The Roanoke Police Department hosted their monthly community walk, this time at the Valley View Mall.

The Roanoke Police Department is investigating a fatal vehicle crash that occurred at the intersection of Melrose Ave. and Peck Street NW Tuesday evening.

A joint warrant operation conducted by the Roanoke Police Department (RPD) and the U.S. Marshals Service (USMS) led to 79 arrests in Northwest Roanoke on December 3 and 4, 2024.

Patrick Henry High School in Roanoke experienced a temporary lockdown Tuesday morning due to police activity on Avenel Avenue.

The Roanoke Police Department is currently investigating a shooting that killed one in Northwest Roanoke Wednesday evening.

The Roanoke Police Department is currently searching for a “male individual” they believe to be involved in a shooting incident Tuesday.

The Roanoke Police Department says it removed an offensive banner on the Elm Bridge early Friday morning.

The Roanoke Police Department is set to hold the graduation ceremony of Recruit Class 88, as nine officers join the patrol ranks.

A man was killed after a hit-and-run late Friday night, Roanoke Police Department said.

A man was shot and killed in Roanoke early Saturday morning, Roanoke Police Department said.

A man was hospitalized after reports of shots fired in Roanoke on Friday, Roanoke Police Department said.

The Roanoke Police Department said that an adult female and a juvenile male were transported to the hospital after suffering from non-life-threatening wounds.

The Roanoke Police Department is investigating a shooting that occurred Wednesday evening at about 5 p.m.

Officers who shot and killed a man in Roanoke this June have been officially cleared.

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

Virginia State Police will be conducting an investigation after a domestic disturbance involving an armed man resulted in a fatal officer-involved shooting in Roanoke overnight.

The Roanoke Police Department is slated to hold a press conference following an officer-involved shooting overnight.

Roanoke Police Department has reported a lost emu in Roanoke.

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

It was National Night Out Tuesday night and our very own John Carlin was at an event in our area at McCadden Park.

The Roanoke Police Department is seeking public help in identifying a person of interest in connection with a series of burglaries in Roanoke.

The Roanoke Police Department is investigating after a man was found dead in a parked car on Sunday, July 28.

A woman was shot early morning on Sunday, July 28.

Roanoke Police were dispatched to the 3400 block of Bennett Drive NW just before 11 a.m. on Tuesday after reports of a shooting in the area.

A juvenile suspect is in custody after a pursuit of a stolen vehicle in Roanoke Friday evening, according to the Roanoke Police Department.

A suspect is in custody after a shooting in Roanoke left a man dead Monday night, according to the Roanoke Police Department.

RPD is asking the public for help as it looks for a suspect after shooting in Roanoke Monday morning.

More law enforcement will soon be on patrol in the Roanoke Valley.

Roanoke appointed a Michael Crawley as the department's new Deputy Chief.

A man is in the hospital following an early morning shooting in Southeast Roanoke, according to the Roanoke Police Department.

Use of force incidents are on the rise in Roanoke city, according to a new report by police.

The scene of a crash that left one person hospitalized has been cleared, according to the Roanoke Police Department.

Officers used force against residents in 323 situations in 2023, up from 241 in 2022.

Virginia State Police are investigating after a police pursuit in Roanoke ended in a fatal crash early Thursday, according to the Roanoke Police Department.

The department is working to host one of these events in each part of the city.

Roanoke Police Department, Roanoke Sheriff's Office and Roanoke Fire-EMS will receive an average of a 4% raise.

A man was hospitalized after a shooting in Northwest Roanoke early Tuesday morning, according to the Roanoke Police Department.

A man is dead and two other people are in the hospital after a crash in Roanoke Friday afternoon, according to the Roanoke Police Department.

Dozens of officers were out and about on Hershberger Road in Roanoke for a community walk on Tuesday.

The Roanoke Police Department has released more details into a Southwest Roanoke shooting that sent two people to the hospital on Wednesday, April 24.

A child was hit by a car in Roanoke Wednesday evening, according to the Roanoke Police Department.

Roanoke Police said both a taser and gun were used on the suspect.

The Roanoke Police Department held a press conference on Monday night’s officer-involved shooting on Moorman Avenue NW that left one person injured.

The Roanoke Police Department has identified the officers involved in Monday’s officer-involved shooting of an armed man.

Two people are in the hospital after a crash on I-581N in Roanoke, according to the Roanoke Police Department.

A driver was hospitalized and charges are pending after a crash in Northwest Roanoke, according to the Roanoke Police Department.

An investigation is underway after human remains were found in a Roanoke yard, according to the Roanoke Police Department.

A Roanoke man has been arrested in connection with a suspicious death investigation in 2022, according to the Roanoke Police Department.

A pedestrian has been hospitalized with serious injuries after being hit by a vehicle on Hershberger Road, according to the Roanoke Police Department.

A child was injured in a hit-and-run in Roanoke Friday evening, according to the Roanoke Police Department.

A vehicle crashed into a utility pole early Thursday morning and has led to road closures, according to the Roanoke Police Department.

10 News has learned that the boy who was hit by a car in Roanoke Thursday evening has since died, according to the Roanoke Police Department.

A first of kind lawsuit filed the ACLU filed against the Roanoke City Police Department.

Two people were hospitalized with minor injuries and another was charged following a morning crash on Orange Avenue, according to the Roanoke Police Department.

Interstate 581 is back open following a police chase that ended in a crash, according to the Roanoke City Police Department.

Roanoke Police said the tree has been removed and the road is now clear.

Roanoke leaders and the Roanoke Police Department have teamed up to create the new initiative “Lock in Safety. Unlock Hope,” which aims to create a safer community.

The Roanoke Police Department released video of an incident involving a juvenile that sparked community concern, as well as the investigation findings into officer misconduct allegations.

After just four months at the helm, Roanoke Police Chief Scott Booth is already charting a course to reduce crime and foster a safer community.

A 15-year-old boy is now facing charges in connection with the “copycat” school threats made toward Roanoke schools on social media, according to police.

There will be an increased police presence at some Roanoke City Schools on Thursday as local law enforcement works to investigate threats, according to the Roanoke Police Department.

Roanoke City Public Schools will be closed Thursday as local law enforcement works to investigate social media threats, according to school officials.

One teen was shot after a fight in Northwest Roanoke on Tuesday, Feb. 20, according to the Roanoke Police Department.

The Roanoke Police Department is investigating a shooting that left one man dead early Saturday.

The Roanoke Police Department and Virginia State Police partnered for targeted traffic enforcement in school zones this past week.

A William Fleming High School staff member was arrested after a gun was found in his car on school property, according to the Roanoke Police Department.

Roanoke City is looking to help train police officers and hire someone to help coordinate gun violence prevention efforts.

The Roanoke Police Department is asking citizens to avoid a portion of Orange Ave. NW due to an incident in the area.

The Roanoke Police Department says a water main break has closed a portion of Roundhill Avenue in Northwest Roanoke.

Roanoke Police are responding to the 1700 block of Moorman Ave in Northwest Roanoke.

New court documents reveal new details about the shooting of a registered sex offender, Jeremy Bailey.

10 News is learning more about a sex offender who was shot by police.

A man died after he was shot by U.S. Marshals in Roanoke on Dec. 19, according to Virginia State Police.

The Roanoke Police Department has made an arrest in the Brandon Avenue double homicide that happened in July.

Roanoke Police are slated to hold a press conference at 2:30 p.m. on Sunday’s officer-involved shooting and provide updates to the homicide investigation connected to the incident.

The Roanoke Police Department is requesting the public’s help in gathering information on a shooting Thursday night that left one man hospitalized.

Two men were hospitalized after a shooting in Roanoke Thursday, according to the Roanoke Police Department.

The Roanoke Police Department is investigating a false 911 call of an active shooter at the Hotel Roanoke early Thursday.

A 44-year-old Roanoke man has been charged with second-degree murder in connection with a deadly shooting.

The Roanoke Police Department is investigating a two-vehicle crash that happened on Franklin Road SW and involved a patrol vehicle.

The City of Roanoke has released further information about how it plans to reinforce the skill game ban in our area.

Two people were sent to the hospital after a shooting in Roanoke Monday night, according to Roanoke Police.

A man was sent to the hospital Sunday night after a shooting in Northwest Roanoke, according to the Roanoke Police Department.