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4 days ago
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‘This kind of behavior will not be tolerated': Hampton police investigating shots fired reports
The Hampton Police Department has launched an investigation following reports of shots fired in town. Police say that on Thursday night, around 7:35 PM, officers were dispatched to the area of Ocean Boulevard and G Street to the sounds of shots fired. Numerous officers quickly responded and set up a perimeter and closed down the area. Police were able to locate a firearm and take a person matching the description of a suspect into custody. 'Tonight, several officers ran toward the sound of gunfire and quickly rendered the area safe.' Said Hampton Chief Alex Reno. 'I'm thankful that there were no injuries and thankful for the officers who did not hesitate to immediately respond to the threat. While these situations are extremely rare, this kind of behavior will not be tolerated, and those involved will be prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law.' At this time, police say there is no threat to the public and that some parts of Ocean Boulevard have been reopened. Anyone with information related to this incident is urged to contact the Hampton Police Department at 603-929-4444. Anonymous tips can be made through the Crimeline for the Hamptons at 603-929-1222. This is a developing story. Check back for updates as more information becomes available. Download the FREE Boston 25 News app for breaking news alerts. Follow Boston 25 News on Facebook and Twitter. | Watch Boston 25 News NOW
Yahoo
02-06-2025
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Victim in fatal e-bike crash identified as Hampton man, 68
A 68-year-old Hampton man died early Sunday in a crash involving an e-bike on Ocean Boulevard, police said. On June 1, at approximately 1:31 a.m., Hampton Police were dispatched to the area of 507 Ocean Boulevard for a reported bicycle crash. Upon arrival, officers reported finding a male driver of an e-bike on the ground, suffering from apparent serious bodily injury suffered in a crash. Officers identified the man as James Gallagher, 68, of Hampton. According to police, Gallagher had been traveling northbound in the southbound shoulder at the time of the crash. Police said Gallagher was not wearing a protective helmet at the time of the crash, and no other vehicles were involved. Gallagher was transported to Portsmouth Regional Hospital by Hampton Fire & Rescue in critical condition. He died of his injuries later that morning, officials said. 'This is an absolute tragedy, and our thoughts are with Mr. Gallagher's family and friends at this time,' Hampton Police Chief Alex Reno said in a statement. The case remains under investigation. Anyone with information related to the crash is asked to contact the Hampton Police Department at 603-929-4444. Anonymous tips can be made through the Crimeline for the Hamptons at 603-929-1222.
Yahoo
31-01-2025
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VSP: Suspect leads police on chase, crashes, swallows ‘unknown substance' in Hampton
HAMPTON, Va. (WAVY) – A suspect wanted for federal firearm indictments out of Hampton was arrested on Thursday, according to Virginia State Police. According to officials, just before 5 p.m., officers conducted a routine traffic stop on a 2011 Chevrolet Camaro for improper registration. Police were able to determine the driver, 28-year-old Evan Devon Boyd Jr., was wanted out of Hampton for federal firearm indictments and felony eluding charges. Boyd refused to stop, resulting in a pursuit on the westbound lanes of I-64 at the 262 mile marker. While taking exit 261A, Boyd struck the guardrail, but continued on to the intersection of Hampton Roads Center Parkway and Big Bethel Road, where he crashed into a 2015 Ford Explorer, police said. After striking the vehicle, Boyd exited the Camaro and attempted to flee the scene on foot, during which police said he 'ate and swallowed an unknown substance.' Boyd was caught a short time later, and taken to a local hospital for evaluation. The driver of the Ford was said to have non life-threatening injuries. Boyd was served with the outstanding warrants, and charged with the following: Felony eluding Felony destruction of property Possession of ammunition by a felon Possession of schedule I/II narcotics Felony hit-and-run This arrest was in partnership between Virginia State Police and the Hampton Police Department and part of the Operation Bold Blue Line initiative which partners state and local law enforcement agencies to get illegal drugs and weapons off the streets. Continue to check for updates. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
