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Gun Violence in Petersburg, Hopewell & Colonial Heights — March 2026
Mapping gun violence incidents across the Tri-Cities region. 7 shooting incidents reported in March with 3 arrests made. Community resources and safety tips.
By MohnMatrix News Desk•
Tri-Cities Shooting & Gun Violence Report — March 2026
The Petersburg, Hopewell, and Colonial Heights "Tri-Cities" region has seen 7 confirmed shooting incidents in March 2026. Here's a comprehensive breakdown.
Shooting Incident Map
| Date | Location | City | Injuries | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 5 | Wythe St | Petersburg | 1 injured | Suspect arrested |
| Mar 9 | Crater Rd | Petersburg | 0 | Under investigation |
| Mar 12 | W Broadway | Hopewell | 1 injured | Suspect arrested |
| Mar 15 | Boulevard | Colonial Heights | 0 | Tips sought |
| Mar 18 | Washington St | Petersburg | 1 injured | Suspect arrested |
| Mar 20 | Halifax St | Petersburg | 0 | Under investigation |
| Mar 21 | Appomattox St | Hopewell | 0 | Under investigation |
Patterns & Analysis
- Petersburg accounts for 4 of 7 incidents (57%)
- Most incidents occurred between 10 PM and 2 AM
- 3 of 7 incidents resulted in arrests within 48 hours
- Drug-related disputes are suspected in at least 3 cases
What Police Are Doing
- Increased patrols in identified hotspot areas
- Tri-Cities Gun Violence Task Force meeting weekly
- Federal ATF partnership for firearms tracing
- Shot Spotter technology being evaluated for deployment
How You Can Help
- Report suspicious activity — Petersburg Crime Solvers: (804) 861-1212
- Check arrest records — Search Tri-Cities records on MohnMatrix
- View the crime map — MohnMatrix Community Eye Map
- Find wanted individuals — Petersburg Warrant Search
Tri-Cities Resources
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