🌱 NPD Finds Tinder Thief With Toothbrush DNA + Rock-Throwing

Norfolk VA

17 March, 2022

5:58 PM

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Good morning, people of Norfolk! It's me again, Sean Peek, your host of the Norfolk Daily. First, today's weather: Fog in the morning; some sun. High: 72 Low: 61. Here are the top three stories today in Norfolk: For over a year, the Norfolk Police Department investigated a woman known only as "Mya," who allegedly stole Rolex watches, a Louis Vuitton duffel bag, and cash from her Tinder date in September of 2020. Recently-released court records revealed that DNA found on a toothbrush eventually led to the identification and arrest of the suspect, 23-year-old Shaunti Robinson. Robinson has been charged with grand larceny. (News 3 WTKR Norfolk)The Norfolk Police Department is conducting an investigation into reports of people throwing rocks at passing cars downtown. The department reports that a driver contacted the department after their windshield was shattered while traveling under an overpass. According to reports filed by the witnesses, four people were involved in the rock-throwing. (News 3 WTKR Norfolk)An Evergreen cargo ship destined for Norfolk did not leak fuel when it ran aground in the Chesapeake Bay, according to a ship operator's report. The ship, named the Ever Forward, was inspected by divers and there is currently no estimate on how long it will take to refloat the vessel. Initial investigations have not rendered a verdict on what caused the ship to run aground. (The Virginian-Pilot) From our sponsor: Today's newsletter is brought to you by Ring, a Patch Brand Partner. We all know that Ring is the leader in video doorbells for home security. But did you know that Ring now makes a home security system that is getting raves from consumer electronic experts? (Reviewers at CNET called the new system — known as the Ring Alarm Pro — "a giant leap for home security"). So why the kudos? In a nutshell: the Ring Alarm Pro can protect your home both online and off. It includes a built-in eero Wi-Fi 6 router to help you get reliable physical and digital security in one, innovative device. Now you can help protect your home with all of the benefits of the Ring Alarm, to keep your home safe and secure, while experiencing fast, reliable connectivity. To learn more about the system CNET called "the future of home security" or to build your own custom system, you can visit Ring here. Today in Norfolk: The Ribbon Mill At Little Theatre of Norfolk (8:00 PM) From my notebook: Norfolk's Botanical Garden Orchid Show & Sale is happening Mar. 18 through 20. (Facebook)Buffy & Toby are hoping to hit the jackpot this holiday weekend. They are hoping to get adopted together from the Norfolk Animal Care Center. Click to see this loveable duo. (Facebook)The City of Norfolk announces a skate spot and pickleball court is coming to Berkley. Construction has started and the pictures can be viewed by clicking the link. (Twitter) More from our sponsors — thanks for supporting local news! Featured businesses: Quality Built Exteriors — (Visit website) Quality Built Exteriors — (Visit Website) Add your business here Events: American Diabetes Association Diabetes Alert Day: Understand Your Risk (March 22) Free Zoom meeting about roof replacement in Chesapeake VA (April 7) Add your event Loving the Norfolk Daily? Here are all the ways you can get more involved: Send a friend or neighbor this link so they can subscribe Get your local business listed in front of readers Now you're in the loop and ready to head out the door on this Friday! I'll see you around. — Sean Peek About me: Sean Peek is a writer and entrepreneur with a degree in English Literature from Weber State University. Over the years, he has worked as a copywriter, editor, SEO specialist, and marketing director for various digital media companies. He currently co-owns and operates content creation agency Lightning Media Partners.