FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: March 3, 2025
Warrant Round-Up Leads to Multiple Arrests in Lynchburg
Lynchburg, VA – On February 27, 2025, the Lynchburg Police Department, in collaboration with the Virginia State Police and Central Virginia Drug and Gang Task Force, conducted a warrant round-up targeting wanted criminals in an ongoing effort to address violent crime in the area.
As a result of this operation, the following individuals were apprehended on various charges:
Kevon Wilson, 30, of Lynchburg
Attempted Breaking and Entering
Destruction of Property
Christopher Smith, 43, of Lynchburg
Domestic Assault and Battery
Strangulation
Animal Cruelty
Protective Orders Violations
(Smith was apprehended with the assistance of a K9 unit.)
Felicia Floyd, 31, of Lynchburg
Probation Violation
Antonio Charlton, 53 of Lynchburg
Bond Revocation for Possession with Intent to Distribute a Controlled Substance
Julian Venable, 53, of Lynchburg
Possession with Intent to Distribute Schedule I/II Controlled Substance
Devon Bailey, 20, of Lynchburg
Strangulation
Obstruction of Justice
Probation Violation (Possession of a Firearm by a Felon)
Marcus Hamlett, 38, of Lynchburg (Taken into Custody 03/03/2025)
Assault on a Family Member
Threat in Writing
Possession of Ammo by Convicted Felon
Breaking and Entering Occupied Residence
Breaking and Entering Dwelling
Assault on Family Member (3rd Offense)
Possession of Schedule 1 or 2 Drugs
Prevent/Delay Communications Sent Through Wireless Device
Property Damage
This operation was made possible through the coordinated efforts of the Lynchburg Police Department, Virginia State Police and the Central Virginia Drug and Gang Task Force. Their dedication and teamwork played a critical role in the success of this operation.
We appreciate the public’s patience and understanding as this operation may have caused temporary disruptions, including road closures. Our priority is always the safety of the community, and we thank residents for their cooperation during this time. A special thank you to the City of Bedford Police Department and the Bedford County Sheriff’s Office Tactical Unit for their assistance.
The Lynchburg Police Department remains committed to proactively addressing violent crime and ensuring the safety of our community.
If you have any information related to this operation, please contact the Lynchburg Police Department at (434) 455-6054 or Crime Stoppers at (888) 798-5900. Anonymous tips can also be submitted online at http://p3tips.com, via the P3 mobile app, or by texting CVCS to 738477 to receive a link to the anonymous tip form. Please note that message frequency may vary, and standard message and data rates may apply.