VBPD: Newport News woman accused of firing shots, evading traffic stop

VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. (WAVY) — A Newport News woman was arrested after firing shots and attempting to evade a traffic stop overnight on Friday, according to the Virginia Beach Police Department.

On Feb. 13, officers responded to the 800 block of Hampstead Court for a ShotSpotter alert at approximately 1:10 a.m.

While officers were on scene, they heard additional shots and responded to the location. They identified a vehicle of interest and attempted a traffic stop. The vehicle fled from officers but was eventually located…

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