Incident Reports

March 22

Falsely identifying self to law enforcement was reported in the 9200 block of Shady Grove Road/

Chamberlayne Road,

Mechanicsville.

Making a false statement to obtain property or credit was reported in the 14000 block of Big Bear Court,

Montpelier.

Assault and battery of a family member was reported in the 7300 block of Ann Cabell Lane,

Mechanicsville.

Driver did not report an accident with damages, $250, in the 7100 block of Brooking Way,

Mechanicsville.

Petit larceny building was reported in the 7000 block of Mechanicsville Turnpike,

Mechanicsville.

Prisoner was reported making, selling and possessing Schedule III, marijuana, in the 7200 block of Courtland Farm Road, Hanover.

Threats in writing were reported in the 7100 block of Civil Road,

Mechanicsville.

SHERIFF’S REPORTS

March 23

DWI: 1st offense was reported in the 3700 block of Interstate 95 South,

Mechanicsville.

Possession of marijuana, first offense, was reported in the 8200 block of Mechanicsville

Turnpike/Henrico County,

Mechanicsville.

Making a false statement to obtain property or credit was reported in the 17100 block of El Capone Way,

Beaverdam.

Destruction of property, monument, was reported in the 8400 block of Pine Hill Road, Mechanicsville.

Assault and battery of a family member was reported in the 6000 block of Northfall Creek Parkway,

Mechanicsville.

Larceny of certain animals was reported in the 7200 block of Bell Creek Road,

Mechanicsville.

Assault and battery of a family member was reported in the 14000 block of Spring Road, Montpelier.

Credit card fraud, $200 in 6 months, was reported in the 8100 block of Newman

Drive, Mechanicsville.

Simple assault was reported in the 15400 block of Beaverdam School

Road, Beaverdam.

Grand larceny building was reported in the 12400 block of Mount Hermon Road,

Ashland.

March 24

Eluding police and endangering persons or police car was reported in the 8600 block of Sliding

Hill Road, Ashland.

Reckless handling of a firearm was reported in the 7200 block of Garden Park

Lane, Mechanicsville.

Assault and battery of a family member was reported in the 9300 block of Blacksmith Court,

Mechanicsville.

Manufacture and distribution of Schedule

VI was reported in the 7400 block of Early Drive,

Mechanicsville.

Identity fraud, financial loss, $200, was reported in the 10100 block of Lewistown

Road, Ashland.

Possession of Schedule I and II controlled substance was reported in the 8200 block of Mechanicsville Turnpike, Mechanicsville.

DWI: 1st offense was reported in the 6400 block of Cardinal Way/Lee-Davis

Road, Mechanicsville.

DWI, BAC .15 to .20, 1st offense was reported in the 8100 block of

Mechanicsville Bypass/

Mechanicsville Turnpike,

Mechanicsville.

Lost firearm was reported in the 15100 block of Indian

Springs Lane, Montpelier.

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March 25

Petit larceny shoplifting was reported in the 10000 block of Sliding Hill Road,

Ashland.

Threats in writing at school/ school event were reported in the 12400 block of West

Patrick Henry High School,

Ashland.

Credit card fraud, $200 in 6 months was reported in the 11000 block of Air Park Road, Ashland.

Possession of marijuana, first offense, was reported in the 7200 block of Garden

Park Lane, Mechanicsville.

Simple assault was reported in the 9400 block of Atlee Station Road,

Mechanicsville.

ID theft to obtain ID to avoid arrest was reported in the 3700 block of

Mechanicsville Turnpike,

Mechanicsville.

ID theft ID to defraud, $200, was reported in the 10200 block of New Britton Road,

Mechanicsville.

Concealment, price altering merchandise, $500, was reported in the 7400 block of Bell Creek Road,

Mechanicsville.

DWI: 1st offense was

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No injuries reported in fi re

Multiple crews respond to blaze at Laurel Meadows house

Staff Report news@mechlocal.com

MECHANICSVILLE – Multiple crews with Hanover Fire/EMS responded to a blaze that extended to the second and into the attic of a house in the 8200 block of Melinda Kay Court in the Laurel Meadows subdivision of Mechanicsville.

Battalion Chief Gregory R. Martin, who serves as public information officer for Fire Chief Jethro Piland III, said the fire broke out Monday, April 19, on the front side of the building in the garage of the two-story wood frame house. He also said there were no injuries reported and the residents all escaped.

“Fire extended to the second story and into the attic space before being extinguished,” Martin said. That evening, the fire was marked under control with salvage and overhaul operations having taken place.

The Hanover County Fire Marshal's Office is investigating the cause.

“We encourage you to have working smoke alarms on each floor of your home and outside each sleeping area, and recommend smoke alarms greater than ten (10) years be replaced,” Martin added.

Anyone needing assistance with smoke alarms can contact the Metro Richmond Chiefs Smoke Alarm Hotline at 1-888-537-5967.

Photo courtesy of Hanover Fire/EMS

Fire broke out on the second fl oor of this house in the 8200 block of Melinda Kay Court on Monday, April 19. The blaze spread into the attic.

HCPS receives 9th consecutive national recognition for music program

ASHLAND – The National Association of Music Merchants (NAMM) Foundation has named Hanover County Public Schools (HCPS) as a “Best Community for Music Education” for the ninth year in a row. Hanover County is one of only 20 school divisions in Virginia to achieve this coveted status. There are 132 school divisions in the Commonwealth.

“We know how essential music education is to the development of the whole child and our community. I’m grateful once again for the exceptional efforts of our accomplished and passionate music educators who work tirelessly to provide our students with a well-rounded education in a year like no other,” said Dr. Michael Gill, superintendent.

The NAMM Foundation, a nonprofit organization, awards this designation to school divisions and schools that demonstrate an exceptionally high commitment to offering comprehensive music education to all

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students. It further serves to recognize the outstanding efforts of teachers, administrators, parents, students, and community leaders who have made music education part of the curriculum.

“While the pandemic has resulted in a temporary challenge for music education, our past recognitions have contributed to us earning this award again,” said Barry Flowe, Performing Arts Curriculum Specialist. “I appreciate the support music education continues to receive from our Hanover community, and I am thrilled this support is again being recognized during this unprecedented school year.”

Flowe said the main reason for the school system’s continued recognition is because of the dedicated performing arts teachers.

“They are innovative, flexible, and student-focused as they deliver quality instruction each and every day,” he said.

For more information about the “Best Community for Music Education” program, visit https:// www.nammfoundation.org/what-wedo/best-communities-music-education.

Information submitted by Chris R. Whitley, Hanover County public information officer.

SHERIFF’S

Continued from pg. 3 reported in the 5500 block of Pole Green Road/ Walnut Grove Road, Mechanicsville.

Computer invasion of privacy to examine information was reported in the 8200 block of Atlee

Road, Mechanicsville.

Petit larceny parts were reported in the 8100 block of Marley Drive,

Mechanicsville.

March 26

Trespassing after being forbidden to do so was reported in the 17500 block of Washington Highway, Doswell.

Identity theft, financial loss, $200, was reported in the 14400 block of Bethany Church Road, Montpelier.

Trespassing on church or school property was reported in the 15400 block of Beaverdam School

Road, Beaverdam.

Grand larceny, $500 or more not from a person, was reported in the 7100 block of New Hunter Road,

Mechanicsville.

Grand larceny parts were reported in the 13100 block of Mountain Road, Glen

Allen.

Failure to appear on felony charge was reported in the 7500 block of County Complex Road, Hanover.

Rx fraud to obtain by forgery or fraud was reported in the 7000 block of Mechanicsville Turnpike,

Mechanicsville.

Possession of Schedule I and II controlled substance was reported in the 8900 block of Lewistown Road,

Ashland.

Assault and battery of a family member was reported in the 7000 block of Wilt Lane,

Mechanicsville.

Violation of a protective order was reported in the 10200 block of Grand Hickory Drive, Mechanicsville.

Grand larceny parts were reported in the 6000 block of Mechanicsville Turnpike,

Mechanicsville.

Passing a stopped school bus loading or unloading was reported in the 10300 block of Chamberlayne

Road, Mechanicsville.

Petit larceny building was reported in the 8500 block of Richfood Road,

Mechanicsville.

Sale and distribution of marijuana, ½ ounce to 5 pounds, was reported in the 11000 block of Washington

Highway, Ashland. Simple assault was reported in the 16400 block of Beaver Dam Road,

Montpelier.

March 27

Assault and battery of a family member was reported in the 1000 block of Aragon Drive,

Mechanicsville.

Destruction of property, monument, was reported in the 8400 block of Pine Hill

Road, Mechanicsville.

Identity theft, financial loss, $200, was reported in the 14400 block of Old Ridge

Road, Beaverdam.

Simple assault was reported in the 8400 block of Ellerson Drive, Mechanicsville.

Driver did not report an accident with damages, $250, in the 13200 block of

Depot Road, Hanover.

March 28

Assault and battery of a family member was reported in the 16100 block of Tyler Station Road,

Beaverdam.

Obtaining money or signature by false pretenses was reported in the 7400 block of Brook Way Court,

Mechanicsville.

Failure to notify police

see SHERIFF’S, pg. 9