Local businesses and tourists say despite rising crime across Hampton Roads, they feel safe in Virginia Beach. Author: Sarah Hammond Updated: 11:21 PM EDT July 1, 2021
VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. This weekend, crowds will be out in full force at Virginia Beach to celebrate July 4th, which means we are on the eve of what may be considered the most challenging weekend of the year for law enforcement officers.
However, Virginia Beach is already bucking the trend of so many other areas as violent crime remains relatively low in the city.
“We’re just here for the weekend before. We kind of want to avoid the crowds,” said Mazen Mahaud from Stafford.
With COVID restrictions lifted Friday and with the kickoff to the holiday weekend, many people flocked to the Oceanfront. Some business owners are already seeing a difference in crowds. In the meantime, police has been beefed up.
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