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Wanted man arrested after two-state police chase

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June 3, 2024

Wanted man arrested after two-state police chase

HENRY COUNTY, Va. (WDBJ) – A wanted man was arrested Sunday morning after a police chase, according to the Henry County Sheriff’s Office.

Shortly after midnight the morning of June 2, 2024, the Eden Police Department in North Carolina notified the Henry County Sheriff’s Office that officers were chasing a wanted man, Devron Jacqua Dillard, 30, along Highway 87 heading toward Henry County. Upon reaching the Virginia state line, Eden Police stopped the chase, but notified Henry County that Dillard was wanted and had illegal drugs in the vehicle.

Henry County deputies saw the suspect vehicle headed north on Morehead Avenue in Ridgeway at speeds exceeding 100 miles per hour, according to the sheriff’s office, and they tried to pull Dillard over, but he refused to stop.

With Dillard’s reckless driving a potential threat to public safety, a deputy with the Henry County Sheriff’s Office executed a “Precision Immobilization Technique (PIT)” maneuver, causing Dillard to lose control and stop against a guardrail, according to the sheriff’s office. Dillard then broke the window of his SUV and climbed out, leading deputies on a short foot chase, which ended with him in custody.

During his arrest, the sheriff’s office said, deputies found illegal narcotics, including cocaine and crack cocaine, in his possession.

Dillard was charged with the following offenses by the Henry County Sheriff’s Office and held without bond:

• Felony Eluding

• Manufacturing, selling, giving, distributing, or possessing with intent to manufacture, sell, give, or distribute a controlled substance

• Fleeing Law Enforcement Officer

Dillard also had eight outstanding warrants from the Danville Police Department, which were served, and he was held without bond on those charges, as well, according to the sheriff’s office. Eden Police also plan to issue charges against Dillard.

Anyone with information about this incident is asked to contact the Henry County Sheriff’s Office at (276) 638-8751 or the Crimestoppers Program at 63-CRIME (632-7463). The Crimestoppers Program offers rewards up to $2,500 for information related to crime. The nature of the crime and the substance of the information determine the amount of reward paid.

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Virginia Heads To Knoxville Regional With Third Straight NCAA Bid

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May 11, 2026

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Virginia Heads To Knoxville Regional With Third Straight NCAA Bid

CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. – The No. 23 Virginia softball team (38-13) earned its third consecutive NCAA Tournament berth on Sunday (May 10) and will play in the Knoxville Regional, it was announced during the NCAA Selection Show on ESPN2. The Cavaliers face Indiana (42-14) in the first game of the day. The Cavaliers are the seven-seed […]

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Democrat Rep. Ted Lieu calls Virginia Supreme Court decision on redistricting

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May 10, 2026

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Ding! Ding! Virginia Beach trolley season kicks off May 10

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May 10, 2026

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Ding! Ding! Virginia Beach trolley season kicks off May 10

VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. (WAVY) — Four new trollies will join the VB Wave Trolley fleet beginning May 10, when Virginia Beach Wave Trolley will resume its seasonal service along the oceanfront.

Trolley season lasts through September 25-27 for the Virginia Beach Neptune Festival.

A total of 14 new trollies will be part of the fleet this year, gradually replacing the older versions. The 29-foot trolley replica buses seat 29 people and feature wooden seats, with “sky-blue and sand-colored brown exterior,” according to Hampton Roads Transit (HRTS). Last year, 281,507 riders used the trolley system.

“This year marks the 42^nd season of the VB Wave trolley, and these new trollies will provide a comfortable, safe, and efficient ride for visitors and locals alike,” William E. Harrell said. He is the president and CEO of HRT. “As part of our partnership with the city of Virginia Beach, the VB Wave makes it easy for everyone to visit attractions and explore the Oceanfront and beyond without the hassles of parking or the high cost of gas,” Harrell said.

The following routes will operate May 10 through Sept. 27 for the Neptune Festival:

Route 30 is the Atlantic Avenue Trolley, running along the Oceanfront between JT’s Grommet Island Park to Fortieth Street. This service operates daily from 8 a.m.- 2 a.m.

Route 31 is the aquarium and campground trolley along General Booth Boulevard. It runs daily from 9:30 a.m.-11:10 p.m. through Labor Day and again on Fridays through Sundays from Sept. 11 through Sept. 27. Route 31 also extends to Atlantic Avenue and 18th Street.

Route 35 is the Bayfront Bus, providing service between Parks Avenue and 19th Street and Shore Drive and Pleasure House Road, enabling customers to visit Chesapeake Bay beaches, First Landing State Park, and Bayfront restaurants. It operates daily from 8 a.m.-12:30 a.m. through Labor Day and then Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays only from Sept. 11 through the Sept. 27 festival

The VB Wave trolley connects to HRT bus lines, Routes 20 and 960, with access to the Newtown Road Light Rail Station and the Downtown Norfolk Transit Center.

Fares are $2 one way or $4.50 for an all-day pass. Kids 17 and under ride free with a paying adult. Riders can pay for tickets using HRT’s GoMobile app and a credit card. Riders can create and manage multiple virtual cards and reload value for easy group boarding, and need to have a unique scannable virtual card for boarding. Children are not required to scan a virtual card or pay fare when boarding with an adult.

Customers can also tap to pay using credit and debit cards. KOA Campground, Virginia Gift Shop, nine Sunsations locations, and Ocean Wave Gift Shop sell tickets. Riders can also pay with exact change cash onboard the trolley.

In addition, HRT is introducing a new route in Virginia Beach beginning May 10. The new Route 981 will connect the Amazon Fulfillment Center (ORF 4) at 1795 Dam Neck Road with the Downtown Norfolk Transit Center.

Route 33 service is being restored to Atlantic Avenue and 68th Street 365 days a year to support the oceanfront hospitality industry.

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