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Yahoo
5 days ago
- Automotive
- Yahoo
Virginia State Police Are Now Driving S650 Mustangs
Read the full story on The Auto Wire If you live in or travel through Virginia, be on the lookout for state troopers behind the wheel of S650 Mustangs. Virginia State Police just announced a whole slate of these new pony cars have officially been added to the fleet and delivered to troopers, so they're out on the prowl as we of the Mustangs are GTs with nary an EcoBoost in the lineup. It might be a tough pill for the four-banger crowd to swallow, but the Coyote V8 not only is more powerful, it's far more reliable and durable. Those sorts of things matter to law enforcement agencies. Ford will allow law enforcement and other government entities to create custom specs of duty cars. In this case, VSP appears to have selected the wheels and Brembo brakes included in the GT Performance Package without also including the rear wing (maybe that interfered with the cruiser's equipment?). With a top speed of 155 mph, these Mustangs are fast, making it harder for determined suspects to ditch troopers in a chase. That might be in part why we see more and more law enforcement adding pony cars to their fleets. It probably also doesn't hurt that Dodge has watered down its performance, forcing police to look elsewhere for fast rides. There are some problems with using Mustangs in law enforcement. For one, they don't have a push bar, so officers can't do a PIT maneuver with them. With only two doors, there's no putting suspects in the backseat. Also, interior space is more cramped than in an SUV, so police have to deal with that challenge. But something tells us VSP troopers won't complain. However, speeders and aggressive/distracted drivers will probably loathe these new Mustang GTs added to the fleet. Images via Virginia State Police Join our Newsletter, subscribe to our YouTube page, and follow us on Facebook.
Yahoo
16-07-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
Virginia State Police Add New Ford Mustang Pursuit Vehicles to the Fleet
"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Virginia State Police troopers took delivery of their new S650 Ford Mustang GT pursuit vehicles this week, the agency shared in a video on social media on Monday. The state of Virginia is already one of the strictest states in the country when it comes to speeding and reckless driving. Now, thanks to its newest fleet of 480-horsepower Mustang GTs, the state is about to make things even more difficult for those who violate traffic laws. VSP announced earlier in the year that they would be bringing the American pony car to the fleet. In March, they debuted the Mustang GT in VSP livery at an event at the Martinsville Speedway. And now these 155-mph muscle cars are in the hands of troopers across the state. The VSP Mustang is not only fast and powerful, but it looks pretty good too. The silver and blue livery adds some shark-like flair. For what it's worth, VSP recently took ninth place in the American Association of State Troopers' contest for the best-looking police cruiser. Of course, you might not think it looks so great if you see one of these in your rearview with its emergency lights on. The Mustang is not new to police work. State police agencies have been using Mustangs for over 40 years. And Virginia is not the only state to adopt the new S650 generation for police duty. North Carolina, South Carolina, and Kentucky are among the other states that use the newest Mustang as part of their fleets. VSP didn't release specific details about the options on their new Mustangs. They appear to be wearing the 19-inch Carbonized Gray aluminum wheels and the Brembo brakes from the GT Performance Package. However, the VSP Mustang does not have the raised rear wing that is also included in the package. However, what is clear is that these cars are equipped with the 5.0-liter Coyote V-8. You Might Also Like You Need a Torque Wrench in Your Toolbox Tested: Best Car Interior Cleaners The Man Who Signs Every Car
Hindustan Times
15-07-2025
- Hindustan Times
Virginia Beach Senior Amber Alert: Who is Marian Weaver Byers and where is she? Details here
On Monday, Virginia State Police issued a Senior Alert for Marian Weaver Byers, an 83-year-old woman missing from Virginia Beach, believed to be at risk due to cognitive impairment. She was last seen at around 2:35 PM local time and has been missing since. Virginia Beach Police issued a senior amber alert for an 83-year-old woman on Monday(Virginia Beach Police) Who is Marian Weaver Byers? Marian Weaver Byers, 83, is a Virginia Beach resident. She is 5'2', weighs approximately 120–150 pounds, has hazel eyes and gray hair, and was last seen wearing a yellow button-up shirt, black jeans, black sunglasses, and white shoes, possibly carrying a cane. Read More: New York flash floods: Which major airports are grounded? Here, have a look 'The missing senior suffers from a cognitive impairment and the disappearance poses a credible threat to their health and safety as determined by the investigating agency,' Virginia Beach police noted on a flyer. Where Was She Last Seen? Byers was last seen on Monday, around 2:35 PM EDT at the 700 block of Weich Lane, off Witchduck Road in Virginia Beach. She may be driving a gold 2010 Ford Escape with Virginia license plate GOD4MWB, as per officials. Read More: New York flash flood map: LaGuardia Airport, Westchester, Staten Island, Rockland affected; videos emerge Virginia Beach Police and Virginia State Police are actively searching, using K-9 units and checking local surveillance. The Senior Alert was broadcast via radio, TV, and cellphones through the Emergency Alert System (EAS) and Wireless Emergency Alerts (WEA). Residents are urged to call 757-385-5000 (non-emergency) or 911 with information. Read More: Scary video shows NYC subway line severely flooded amid heavy downpour Senior Alert vs. AMBER Alert A Senior Alert is issued for missing adults aged 60+ with cognitive impairments. An AMBER Alert targets abducted children under 18. Senior Alerts prioritize health risks; AMBER Alerts focus on abductions. Both use EAS/WEA broadcasts but differ in criteria.
Yahoo
10-07-2025
- Yahoo
VSP: Motorists exchange gunfire along I-64 in Waynesboro
Virginia State Police said a road rage incident on Interstate 64 resulted in two motorists opening fire on one another in Waynesboro. Police sent out a press release seeking the public's assistance concerning the July 9 incident. Just minutes after 5 p.m. on I-64 eastbound, a black Genesis sedan cut off a white truck, possibly a Toyota with large tires, near Exit 96 in Waynesboro. The two vehicles stopped in the travel lane, and the driver of the truck pulled a gun and fired at the other vehicle, police said. The driver of the Genesis returned gunfire. The truck drove away from the scene onto Exit 96. The driver of the truck in question was described as a man in his early to mid-30s, and police said he had light brown or reddish hair with a distinct jaw line. The driver of the sedan, who was not injured, remained on the scene and is cooperating with the investigation, police said. The Waynesboro Commonwealth's Attorney's Office is being consulted. Anyone with information is asked to call Virginia State Police Division 3 Dispatch at (540) 444-7778 or email Virginia State Police at questions@ More: After being sexually assaulted, girl used ruse to escape Churchville man's home More: Craigsville man facing multiple charges following police chase in Augusta County Brad Zinn is the cops, courts and breaking news reporter at The News Leader. Have a news tip? Or something that needs investigating? You can email reporter Brad Zinn (he/him) at bzinn@ You can also follow him on X (formerly Twitter). This article originally appeared on Staunton News Leader: VSP: Motorists exchange gunfire along I-64 in Waynesboro
Yahoo
23-06-2025
- Yahoo
VSP: Pedestrian hit by vehicle, killed in Rockingham County
Virginia State Police said a pedestrian was killed in Rockingham County the evening of June 18. Police said the incident took place at about 9 p.m. on South Valley Pike. The driver of a 2012 Volkswagen "could not avoid a pedestrian walking in the right travel lane," police said. The pedestrian, who was not wearing reflective clothing, died at the scene. The victim was not identified. Additional information was not made available. More: Juneteenth celebration comes to Staunton More: Waynesboro woman charged with manslaughter has case sent to grand jury Brad Zinn is the cops, courts and breaking news reporter at The News Leader. Have a news tip? Or something that needs investigating? You can email reporter Brad Zinn (he/him) at bzinn@ You can also follow him on X (formerly Twitter). This article originally appeared on Staunton News Leader: VSP: Pedestrian hit by vehicle, killed in Rockingham County
