Incident Reports

from The Mechanicsville Local – 02/26/2020

Obituaries

see SHERIFF’S, pg. 4 SHERIFF’S REPORTS | Crime, Accidents, Fire & Rescue Jan. 23 Petit larceny shoplifting was reported in the 7800 block of Compass Point Lane, Mechanicsville. Bomb/burn threat accusation was reported in the 13100 block of Hanover Courthouse Road, Hanover. Possession of Schedule I and II controlled substance was reported in the 37 block of Mechanicsville Turnpike, Mechanicsville. Simple assault was reported in the 10300 block of Chamberlayne Road, Mechanicsville. Credit card fraud, $200 in six months, was reported in the 17300 block of Pouncey Tract Road, Mechanicsville. Failure to appear on felony charge was reported in the 7500 block of County Complex Road, Hanover. ID theft to obtain ID to avoid arrest was reported in the 99 block of Interstate 95 South, Doswell. Grand larceny, auto theft, was reported in the 10100 block of Lewistown Road, Ashland. Driver did not report an accident with damages, $1,000, in the 7200 block of Mechanicsville Turnpike, Bell Creek Road, Mechanicsville. Jan. 25 Credit card fraud, $200 in six months, was reported in the 8100 block of J David Lane, Mechanicsville. Petit larceny building was reported in the 8000 block of Sherwood Crossing Place, Mechanicsville. Identity fraud use of identifying information to defraud was reported in the 9400 block of Ashking Drive, Mechanicsville. Driver did not report an accident with damages, $250, in the 10000 block of Sliding Hill Road, Ashland. Possession of marijuana, first offense, was reported in the 100 block of Lewistown Road, Ashland. Petit larceny from auto was reported in the 12000 block of Ashcake Road, Ashland. Possession of marijuana, subsequent offense, was reported in the 13000 block of Old Washington Highway/Henrico County, Glen Allen. Possession of Schedule I and II controlled substance was reported in the 6200 block of Madonna Road, Mechanicsville. DWI, second offense in 10 years, was reported in the 11000 block of Washington Highway, Ashland. Possession of Schedule I and II controlled substance was reported in the 14000 block of Hanover Quarter Road, Hanover. Obtaining money or signature by false pretenses was reported in the 16400 block of Foxwood Lane, Rockville. Grand larceny, $500 or more not from a person, was reported in the 6200 block of Studley Road, Mechanicsville. DWI, first offense, was reported in the 10200 block of Lewistown Road/Carters Heights Road, Ashland. Petit larceny from auto was reported in the 8300 block of Bell Creek Road, Mechanicsville. Possession of marijuana, first offense, was reported ROCKVILLE -- Hidden in Plain Sight, a free community event presented by Teens Care Too, Hanover Cares, Hanover County Public Schools, Hanover Sheriff's Office, and Hanover Community Services, will be held from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 27, at the Berea Baptist Church at 15475 Ashland Rd. in Rockville.

The purpose of the program is to help educate parents on possible signs of drug and alcohol use by teens.

A replica of a teenager’s bedroom will be on display for participants to browse and observe, becoming familiar with where and how teens might hide drugs or paraphernalia.

Seemingly innocent items commonly used by youth could actually indicate a substance abuse problem.

Would you be able to recognize signs of substance use and effectively intervene? Do you know what a lottery ticket is used for, or what about a mason jar or a dryer sheet?

Don’t know the answer to these questions? Then this event is for you. It will allow you to be more knowledgeable and proactive in helping a young person who might be using drugs, but also prevent youth from even starting.

Because of the sensitive nature of Hidden in Plain Sight, it is not recommended for children.

There is no cost to attend the event, however pre-registration is required.

To register, visit https://tinyurl.com/ HIPS0227 to register.

For questions or more information, contact Octavia Marsh, executive director of Hanover Cares at 804-564-6119 or info@hanover-cares.org.

Information submitted by Chris R. Whitley, Hanover County Public Schools public information officer. Hidden in Plain Sight to be held tomorrow

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‘One Nation . . . One Voice’ on display at county’s libraries ditor’s note: The following was written by Dr. Alphine Jefferson, president of the Hanover County Black Heritage Society Inc. and director of Black History Studies at RandolphMacon College.)

Members and officers of the Hanover County Black Heritage Society Inc. invite the community to experience, explore and view “One Nation . . . One Voice,” which will be available for viewing now through March 14 at all branches of the Pamunkey Regional Library and until March 31 at the Mechanicsville location. 2020 marks the fourth Black History Month collaborative Community History Project displayed at the Mechanicsville Branch Public Library of the Pamunkey Library system.

This year, we have been afforded a significant new community opportunity. For the first time in Hanover County history, there are Black History Month exhibition displays presented at all branches: Ashland, Atlee, Hanover Courthouse, Mechanicsville, Montpelier, and Rockville.

This collaborative effort of the Hanover County Black Heritage Society and other community organizations has been organized to say “Thank you,” and bring public attention to American, Hanover and local History and to the dedicated work of many community groups. The exhibitions feature: African Heritage Items, Oneand Two-Room Schools, Railroad Trailblazers, Early Educators and School Personnel, Women Pioneers, Dr. Jamelle S. Wilson, Hanover County School Board members and Hanover County Board of Supervisors, Civil Rights activists, community advocates, athletic personalities, Emergency Medical Services personnel, Emergency Response

Services, fire departments, first responders, members of the military, Judicial and legal services, and police and sheriff’s offices within the county and surrounding areas.

Each branch features unique exhibitions and displays consisting of artifacts, books, documents, photographs, journals, mementos, and other symbols of appreciation and recognition that honor these brave men and women.

We are continuing to collect photographs, personal memories, and oral histories about your ancestors and your own individual and group experiences with early education and schools in Hanover County.

In the spirit of American History and community collaboration, we would like to add to the Archives and Exhibitions of the Historical Archives of the Hanover County Black Heritage Society Museum.

Please feel free to reach out to Mary Waddy or Francine Hunter with any photographs, information, or memories of “days gone by, but not forgotten” at the Hanover County Black Heritage Society Inc. at 804- 752-3218.

To share your oral histories, information and memories regarding African-American Railroad Trailblazers contact Carolyn Hemphill at the Hanover County Black Heritage Society Inc. at 804-752-3218.

We appreciate your attendance at the exhibitions and your support. (E

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just live with you, or the academic program where they are gone during the workday and spend time with families nights and weekends.

Families receive stipends to help with expenses and the students bring spending money for recreation activities. Transportation or vacation concerns can be resolved.

For more information, contact Debbie Hardy 804-909- 3190 or debbiehardy2003@ yahoo.com.

Department of Social Services off ers free help with tax returns

ASHLAND -- On Tuesday evenings through April 7, the Hanover County Department of Social Services is offering free help with tax returns for qualified individuals and families. This program is offered through United Way of Greater Richmond & Petersburg’s Volunteer Income Tax Assistance program.

To be eligible to receive the assistance, income cannot exceed $55,000.

You must bring the following: original W-2s, Social Security Card, dependent Social Security Card, photo identification, and any original tax documents regarding Affordable Health Care - Form 1095 A. When married filing jointly, your spouse see TAX, pg. 7

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in the 12000 block of Ashcake Road/Melton Road, Ashland.

Jan. 26

Possession of marijuana, first offense, was reported in the 99 block of Interstate 95 North, Doswell.

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Possession of marijuana, first offense, was reported in the 100 block of Lewistown Road, Ashland.

Grand larceny from auto was reported in the 12400 block of Taylor Complex Lane, Ashland.

Driver did not report an accident with damages, $250, in the 7200 block of Battle Hill Drive, Mechanicsville.

Petit larceny shoplifting was reported in the 7200 block of Bell Creek Road, Mechanicsville.

Shooting or throwing missiles at occupied vehicles was reported in the 9000 block of Cottleston Circle, Mechanicsville.

Trespassing after being forbidden to do so was reported in the 9400 block of Wild Cost Court, Mechanicsville.

Possession of marijuana, first offense, was reported in the 11100 block of Washington Highway, Glen Allen.

Destruction of property, monument, was reported in the 5400 block of Mantilo Creek Road, Mechanicsville.

Jan. 27

DWI, first offense, was reported in the 14000 block of Scotchtown Road, Beaverdam.

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“Our sole mission is to honor America’s veterans for their service,” Hartman added. “We took 86 veterans to Washington, D.C., on ODHF Mission 1 in November 2019, and we want to take even more on Mission 2 on April 25, 2020. We invite our World War II, Korean War, and Vietnam War veterans to apply to be a part of this amazing experience.”

Planning is also is underway for ODHF Mission 3, which will be Oct. 10, 2020.

ODHF is a 501(c)(3) organization and is part of the national Honor Flight Network. ODHF trips are made possible through thousands of hours of volunteer work and through the generous material and financial support of donors.

To learn about how you can support ODHF, send an email to OldDominionHF@gmail. com or visit Old Dominion Honor Flight’s Facebook page.