Virginia
Man charged with sex trafficking 15-year-old girl at Virginia Beach Oceanfront
VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. — A man accused of sex trafficking a 15-year-old girl at the Oceanfront in Virginia Beach has been arrested and charged with several crimes.
Johnny Banks, 30, was arrested and remains in jail, accused of sex trafficking the girl and several other related charges, according to federal prosecutors.
In July 2024, Virginia Beach police were notified that the missing teen from Charlotte, N.C. was being held against her will and forced to “sell her body.”
Authorities say she was advertised online and taken to hotels at the Oceanfront and in Suffolk.
After the arrest, prosecutors allege that Banks was heard on a jail call saying the police messed up “my pimpn.”
The indictment alleges that Banks texted the girl, saying, “lol [JANE DOE] if u think u bouta play with me think again” and then texted “I’ll really out smart u and have u floating in a creek.”
The victim reported that Banks assaulted her, strangled her, and threatened to kill her.
Last summer, WTKR interviewed another survivor who said she was also trafficked at the Oceanfront.
“I ended up falling asleep,” the survivor recounted. “I got woke up to a 9-millimeter being pointed on me and her (trafficker) basically telling me you need to get up and you need to take a shower and you need to put some makeup on you’re going to work.”
Samaritan House, a nonprofit that provides support to survivors, says they are the leading resource for housing and services for victims of human trafficking in Southeast Virginia.
They report that 26% of victims are minors and that Virginia ranks 15th in the U.S. for reported cases of human trafficking.
Meredith Williams, Samaritan House Crisis Services supervisor, said tourist areas can attract these kinds of crimes.
Williams emphasizes the need for vigilance, urging people to report any suspicious activity to authorities.
The WTKR News 3 Investigative Team remains committed to exposing the issue of human sex trafficking and raising awareness to help protect the most vulnerable in the community.
We reached out to the lawyer representing Banks and she said she couldn’t comment on the case.
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VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. (WAVY) — Douglas Shepp McCain, the eldest son of late Sen. John McCain, died suddenly at 66 on May 20, 2026, according to his obituary.
McCain was born on October 4, 1959, in Pensacola, Florida. He enjoyed surfing, baseball, and soccer. In 1997, he graduated from Jacksonville Episcopal High School.
Afterward, McCain attended the University of Virginia, where he majored in Systems Engineering, pledged SAE, participated in Navy ROTC, and then met his future bride, Ashley Jardine McCain.
After graduating, McCain joined the Navy to learn to fly, spending six years flying A-6 Intruders before beginning a long career with American Airlines. He then excelled and found work he truly loved, especially after being made captain.
Those who knew McCain said that he could always be counted on to tell you what he knew and, more often than not, explain why he was right.
He was also described as a loyal friend to many, and that he cherished each and every friendship that he had.
McCain was a devoted son and a loving father to Caroline McCain Hendrickson and Douglas Shepp McCain Jr., and recently found great joy in being Teddy’s grandfather.
His peers will remember him for his generous heart, his loyal friendships and his unwavering love for his family.
Private services will be held for his family. On Saturday, May 30, from 12 p.m. to 3 p.m., a memorial gathering will be held at the Princess Anne Country Club in Virginia Beach.
Powerball, Mega Millions jackpots: What to know in case you win
Here’s what to know in case you win the Powerball or Mega Millions jackpot.
Just the FAQs, USA TODAY
The Virginia Lottery offers multiple draw games for those aiming to win big.
Here’s a look at May 23, 2026, results for each game:
Powerball
Powerball drawings are held Monday, Wednesday and Saturday at 11 p.m.
04-16-41-48-66, Powerball: 26, Power Play: 2
Check Powerball payouts and previous drawings here.
Monday, May 25, 2026
Pick 3
DAY drawing at 1:59 p.m. NIGHT drawing at 11 p.m. each day.
Night: 0-4-9, FB: 6
Day: 9-3-6, FB: 7
Check Pick 3 payouts and previous drawings here.
Pick 4
DAY drawing at 1:59 p.m. NIGHT drawing at 11 p.m. each day.
Night: 1-2-5-6, FB: 0
Day: 8-3-4-0, FB: 5
Check Pick 4 payouts and previous drawings here.
Pick 5
DAY drawing at 1:59 p.m. NIGHT drawing at 11 p.m. each day.
Night: 0-7-6-8-0, FB: 5
Day: 8-1-0-3-1, FB: 6
Check Pick 5 payouts and previous drawings here.
Cash Pop
Drawing times: Coffee Break 9 a.m.; Lunch Break 12 p.m.; Rush Hour 5 p.m.; Prime Time 9 p.m.; After Hours 11:59 p.m.
Coffee Break: 05
After Hours: 10
Prime Time: 05
Rush Hour: 08
Lunch Break: 04
Check Cash Pop payouts and previous drawings here.
Cash 5
Drawing every day at 11 p.m.
02-17-21-29-36
Check Cash 5 payouts and previous drawings here.
Bank a Million
Bank a Million draws are held every Wednesday and Saturday at 11 p.m.
06-10-21-24-28-40, Bonus: 15
Check Bank a Million payouts and previous drawings here.
Millionaire for Life
Drawing everyday at 11:15 p.m.
15-20-30-45-49, Bonus: 03
Check Millionaire for Life payouts and previous drawings here.
Feeling lucky? Explore the latest lottery news & results
This results page was generated automatically using information from TinBu and a template written and reviewed by a Center for Community Journalism (CCJ) editor. You can send feedback using this form.
Powerball, Mega Millions jackpots: What to know in case you win
Here’s what to know in case you win the Powerball or Mega Millions jackpot.
Just the FAQs, USA TODAY
The Virginia Lottery offers multiple draw games for those aiming to win big.
Here’s a look at May 22, 2026, results for each game:
Mega Millions
Mega Millions drawings take place every week on Tuesday and Friday at 11 p.m.
03-22-34-54-61, Mega Ball: 08
Check Mega Millions payouts and previous drawings here.
Pick 3
DAY drawing at 1:59 p.m. NIGHT drawing at 11 p.m. each day.
Night: 7-9-7, FB: 0
Day: 2-6-7, FB: 0
Check Pick 3 payouts and previous drawings here.
Pick 4
DAY drawing at 1:59 p.m. NIGHT drawing at 11 p.m. each day.
Night: 9-8-4-3, FB: 3
Day: 4-8-7-2, FB: 7
Check Pick 4 payouts and previous drawings here.
Pick 5
DAY drawing at 1:59 p.m. NIGHT drawing at 11 p.m. each day.
Night: 0-2-0-7-1, FB: 4
Day: 8-6-6-6-6, FB: 8
Check Pick 5 payouts and previous drawings here.
Cash Pop
Drawing times: Coffee Break 9 a.m.; Lunch Break 12 p.m.; Rush Hour 5 p.m.; Prime Time 9 p.m.; After Hours 11:59 p.m.
Coffee Break: 15
After Hours: 09
Prime Time: 15
Rush Hour: 13
Lunch Break: 01
Check Cash Pop payouts and previous drawings here.
Cash 5
Drawing every day at 11 p.m.
15-29-30-34-36
Check Cash 5 payouts and previous drawings here.
Millionaire for Life
Drawing everyday at 11:15 p.m.
17-33-36-54-57, Bonus: 01
Check Millionaire for Life payouts and previous drawings here.
Feeling lucky? Explore the latest lottery news & results
This results page was generated automatically using information from TinBu and a template written and reviewed by a Center for Community Journalism (CCJ) editor. You can send feedback using this form.
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