Amazon Van Fire | Child Exploitation Sting | Failed Car Theft: VA News

VIRGINIA— On the weekend, we present a review of the top stories and headlines from across Virginia. Here's a roundup of some of the biggest stories across the state. You can also find your local Patch and catch up on those stories by clicking here.

Engine Malfunction Cause Of Fire That Destroyed Amazon Delivery Van

A malfunctioning engine was the cause of a fire that destroyed an Amazon delivery van Sunday afternoon, according to fire marshals.

Walkinshaw Campaign Celebrates Win, Looks Ahead To Special Election

Twenty-four hours after the voting ended in Saturday's 11th Congressional District Democratic Firehouse Primary, James Walkinshaw and his supporters gathered for a victory party.

• Democrats Announce Winner Of 11th District Firehouse Primary
• Stewart Whitson Wins GOP Canvass In 11th District Race

Metro Shutdown Affecting 2 Blue Line Stations To Begin

Metro riders are preparing for a nearly month-long Metro shutdown starting Saturday.

Man Arrested Sentenced For Series Of Armed Carjackings

Javon Roach, a 20-year-old resident, was sentenced in federal court on Friday for a series of violent armed robberies and carjackings during 2023, according to authorities.

Person Struck By Vehicle On I-95 Dies: State Police

A person was struck and killed on Interstate 95 Tuesday morning, according to Virginia State Police.

16 Suspected Online Predators Charged In Child Exploitation Sting

Sixteen suspects from Virginia, Maryland and Canada were arrested as part of a months-long sting targeting online predators conducted by the police department's Child Exploitation Unit.

School Employee Accused Of Inappropriate Contact With Student

A school division employee faces stalking and contributing to the delinquency of a minor charges for inappropriate contact with an underage female student, according to authorities. Police are seeking other potential victims.

Social Media Posts Lead To Drug, Weapons Charges For Man

A 30-year-old man is facing multiple drug and weapons charges as part of an online investigation, according to authorities.

Police Link Man To 3 Indecent Exposures

A 21-year-old man was arrested in connection with an April 24 indecent exposure incident, according to authorities. Investigators believe he may be responsible for similar incidents in the area dating back to 2024.

• Indecent Exposures In Neighborhoods Investigated By Police

50-Hour Work Week Being Implemented At Fire Department: Chief

Employees of a fire department will see a shift to a 50-hour work week, one of the items specified under the collective bargaining agreement.

Man With Knife Tries, Fails To Steal Vehicle

Police are looking for a suspect with a knife who tried to steal a vehicle parked on Friday afternoon, according to the incident report.

2 Arrested In Central Park Shooting With Injuries

Police arrested two suspects in connection to the June 23 shooting with injuries at Central Park, according to authorities.

Local Sites Featured 'On RV There Yet' TV Show

Top sites in were spotlighted in a new episode of "RV There Yet?"