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Virginia Beach Crime Report: Homicide, Drug Busts, and Property Thefts
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Virginia Beach listeners, here’s your police blotter digest for the week ending August 23, 2025.
On the evening of July 2024 in the Pungo Ferry Bridge area, investigators say a dispute turned violent when Ashley Walton of Knotts Island allegedly called Antwaine Branch of Elizabeth City to the scene. Branch stands accused of shooting and killing Martrell Lamar, whose skeletal remains were later found months afterward on Sandy Road near Knotts Island. Walton has now pleaded guilty to concealing a body and accessory after the fact, both connected to Lamar’s disappearance. Branch faces charges of second-degree murder with a hearing set for August 29. Police continue the investigation and are not seeking public assistance at this time. The case number is not publicly available according to prosecutors.
Across the Princess Anne neighborhood, police responded to reports earlier this week of suspected drug activity near Sandbridge Road. Officers made two arrests for alleged possession of Schedule I and II controlled substances. The suspects, adults, were detained and subsequently released pending further investigation. No public assistance is requested at this time.
In the vicinity of Town Center, authorities report an alleged burglary at a local business late Friday. Police arrived to find property damage and several items missing. The incident is currently under investigation. No arrests have been made, and there is no suspect description provided by officers.
Oceanfront patrols responded to an alleged assault in the early hours of Sunday near Atlantic Avenue. Witnesses described a physical altercation involving two adult males. First aid was rendered on-site, and one suspect was arrested and charged. The case remains closed at present.
On Wednesday, police stopped a vehicle for a traffic violation at the intersection of Holland Road and Lynnhaven Parkway. During the stop, officers discovered the driver was operating with a suspended license. The adult suspect was cited and released following booking procedures. The matter is pending in traffic court.
Police investigated an alleged fraud offense near the Great Neck area, with reports involving fraudulent checks. One adult female suspect was identified and arrested. The investigation is now closed as of Friday morning.
There were multiple reports this week of property thefts near Kempsville and Newtown Road, including two incidents involving receiving stolen goods valued under $10,000. Suspects were taken into custody, and these cases are now pending further review. Police encourage anyone with information about stolen property in these areas to contact law enforcement.
Significant trends observed over the past week include a continued rise in property crime, particularly in commercial zones along Town Center and Kempsville. Drug offenses also remain a focus for police activity, with several arrests linked to possession and distribution investigations.
Anyone with information on any of these incidents is urged to contact the Virginia Beach Police tip line at (757) 385-5000 or submit information online. For emergencies, always call 911.
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On the evening of July 2024 in the Pungo Ferry Bridge area, investigators say a dispute turned violent when Ashley Walton of Knotts Island allegedly called Antwaine Branch of Elizabeth City to the scene. Branch stands accused of shooting and killing Martrell Lamar, whose skeletal remains were later found months afterward on Sandy Road near Knotts Island. Walton has now pleaded guilty to concealing a body and accessory after the fact, both connected to Lamar’s disappearance. Branch faces charges of second-degree murder with a hearing set for August 29. Police continue the investigation and are not seeking public assistance at this time. The case number is not publicly available according to prosecutors.
Across the Princess Anne neighborhood, police responded to reports earlier this week of suspected drug activity near Sandbridge Road. Officers made two arrests for alleged possession of Schedule I and II controlled substances. The suspects, adults, were detained and subsequently released pending further investigation. No public assistance is requested at this time.
In the vicinity of Town Center, authorities report an alleged burglary at a local business late Friday. Police arrived to find property damage and several items missing. The incident is currently under investigation. No arrests have been made, and there is no suspect description provided by officers.
Oceanfront patrols responded to an alleged assault in the early hours of Sunday near Atlantic Avenue. Witnesses described a physical altercation involving two adult males. First aid was rendered on-site, and one suspect was arrested and charged. The case remains closed at present.
On Wednesday, police stopped a vehicle for a traffic violation at the intersection of Holland Road and Lynnhaven Parkway. During the stop, officers discovered the driver was operating with a suspended license. The adult suspect was cited and released following booking procedures. The matter is pending in traffic court.
Police investigated an alleged fraud offense near the Great Neck area, with reports involving fraudulent checks. One adult female suspect was identified and arrested. The investigation is now closed as of Friday morning.
There were multiple reports this week of property thefts near Kempsville and Newtown Road, including two incidents involving receiving stolen goods valued under $10,000. Suspects were taken into custody, and these cases are now pending further review. Police encourage anyone with information about stolen property in these areas to contact law enforcement.
Significant trends observed over the past week include a continued rise in property crime, particularly in commercial zones along Town Center and Kempsville. Drug offenses also remain a focus for police activity, with several arrests linked to possession and distribution investigations.
Anyone with information on any of these incidents is urged to contact the Virginia Beach Police tip line at (757) 385-5000 or submit information online. For emergencies, always call 911.
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