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Yahoo
26-03-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
Kiggans proposes bill to secure tax-exempt status for donations to fallen Virginia Beach officers
VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. (WAVY) — Congresswoman Jen Kiggans introduced new legislation on Tuesday to ensure the donations and funds towards fallen Virginia Beach Officers Cameron Girvin and Christpher Reese remain tax-exempt. Complete Coverage: Fallen VBPD Officers Girvin and Reese The Virginia Beach Heroes Act is supported by the Virginia Beach Police Foundation and cosponsored by fellow representatives Rob Wittman (VA-01), Bobby Scott (VA-03), John McGuire (VA-05), Ben Cline (VA-06), Eugene Vindman (VA-07), Don Beyer (VA-08) and Suhas Subramanyam (VA-10). Hundreds pay tribute to fallen Virginia Beach officers 'Our community lost two local heroes when a cowardly criminal gunned down two of Virgina Beach's finest during a routine traffic stop,' Kiggans said. 'Officers Cameron Girvin and Christopher Reese were taken too soon, leaving behind grief-stricken families and a forever grateful community. I am proud to introduce this bill to ensure the families of our fallen heroes can receive the charitable support they deserve with ease. The City of Virginia Beach, the Commonwealth of Virginia, and the United States of America will forever be grateful to these officers who made the ultimate sacrifice protecting our community, and their families will always remain in our prayers.' The legislation will ensure that the cash contributions made towards the families of the fallen officers will not fail to qualify as tax-exempt, and that payments made by charitable organizations maintain their tax-exempt status. 'We are very supportive of the legislation introduced by Representative Kiggans and deeply appreciative of her efforts, along with that of the multiple cosponsors, to help protect the financial well-being of the widows of Police Officers Cameron Girvin and Christopher Reese who were killed in the line of duty in Virginia Beach on February 22, 2025,' Jack Jacocks, President of the Virginia Beach Police Foundation said. The full bill can be read here. Continue to check for updates. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
02-03-2025
- Yahoo
Hundreds pay tribute to fallen Virginia Beach officers
VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. (WAVY) – Down South Witchduck Road, hundreds of people stopped and honored the two fallen Virginia Beach officers, Christopher Reese and Cameron Girvin, one last time. From the air, Drone 10 captured dozens of police vehicles and motorcycles escorting Girvin and Reese. On the ground, people lined the streets to say one final goodbye. 'Well, she asked me a question a minute ago. She says, 'Dad, I don't know them.' I told her, 'That's right. They don't know you either, but they still defend you and protect you and our neighbors. So, it's good to show them our support,'' said Forest Hickman, who watched the procession with his daughter, Wren. From watching out of the sunroofs of cars to others paying their respects, traffic stopped to remember the two Virginia Beach police officers. 'We might not know them, just like a lot of the officers who came down here might not have had a personal experience with them. We are all affected when something affects our community, no matter who it is,' said Matthew Morris, VP of US Flag Runners. More than 350 flags were blowing in the wind down South Witchduck Road. U.S. Flag Runners says all of them were set up Saturday morning before the funeral. 'They put their lives on the line for our communities every day. Why can't we show them a little bit of respect and a little bit of honor? Let [the] family know that we care,' said Joseph Bain, President of US Flag Runners. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
25-02-2025
- Yahoo
VB officer Cameron Girvin ‘touched the lives of many'
VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. (WAVY) — Officer Cameron Girvin, 25, one of the two Virginia Beach Police officers who was shot and killed in the line of duty Friday night, touched the lives of many as he leaves behind his wife and unborn daughter. Full Coverage: Officers Girvin and Reese Girvin served in the Virginia Beach Police Department since 2020. Prior to joining the VBPD, Girvin began his law enforcement career in 2018 with the Ocean City Police Department in Maryland, where he patrolled the boardwalk during the evening. FULL PRESSER: Virginia Beach police chief provides details on deaths of two officers Girvin graduated in 2017 from Gates Chili High School, located in Rochester, New York. The school district released a statement following Girvin's death, which can be read in full below: The Gates Chili Central School District is deeply saddened to learn of the tragic passing of Officer Cameron Girvin, a 2017 graduate of Gates Chili High School. Cameron's commitment to service and his dedication to protecting others were evident both during his time as a student and throughout his career in law enforcement. Our thoughts are with the Girvin family, his loved ones, and all who knew him. This loss is felt deeply within our school community, especially by those who had the privilege of knowing Cameron and his family. His father, Art Girvin, was a longtime bus driver for the district, making this tragedy even more personal for many in our Spartan community. We extend our heartfelt condolences to the Girvin family and all those affected by this heartbreaking loss. Students, staff and alumni who may be struggling with this news are encouraged to seek support. Gates Chili School District According to the GoFundMe for Girvin's family, Girvin was married to his high school sweetheart. The pair were expecting their first child, Paisley, this summer. Continue to check for updates. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
23-02-2025
- Yahoo
How to donate to help families of officers killed in the line of duty in VB
VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. (WAVY) – Many people are wondering how they can donate and help the families of the two officers who lost their lives over the weekend. Officer Christopher Reese, 30, and Officer Cameron Girvin, 25, were both shot while conducting a traffic stop late Friday night. Reese passed away that night while Girvin died in the hospital the following morning. VBPD: Two officers dead after traffic stop Friday night Tributes and condolences poured in from all over the area, and a memorial was set up in front of Virginia Beach's Fourth Precinct. Many have wondered how they can donate to help the families of these fallen officers. The Virginia Beach Police Foundation is a charitable, non-profit, private organization distinct and separate from the Virginia Beach Police Department and the City of Virginia Beach. According to their website, 'The Foundation is a resource to the Police Department to supplement the funding provided by the City of Virginia Beach.' They also assist individual officers who need financial assistance if they or their family find themselves in financial hardship, such as inability to work due to a non-work related injury or illness. They said they are ready to assist and support the family members and Department members during this tragic time, and 'every penny donated in response to this tragic concern will go directly to support the families of the two fallen officers and the members of the Virginia Beach Police Department.' Community mourns VBPD officers killed Friday night Individuals and businesses can donate at the website linked here, or they can mail checks to the foundation at PO Box 56385, Virginia Beach, VA 23456. Along with the Virginia Beach Police Foundation, several local businesses have stepped in ready to raise funds and lend their support, taking to social media to alert people about their plans. Thin Brew Line, located on Oceana Boulevard, said on Facebook they were 'brewing this Irish Stout today with a heavy heart. 100% of all proceeds will go to the families of Cameron Girvin and Christopher Reese.' We will continue to update this list as more businesses come in. You can also let us know about businesses who are donating at this link: Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
