ShotSpotter Alert Leads to Arrest on Scarborough Way

On May 25, 2026, at approximately 1:30 a.m., Virginia Beach Police Department (VBPD) officers responded to a ShotSpotter alert of gunfire in the 3000 block of Scarborough Way.  Arriving officers canvased the location and encountered Mila Allen (F/31) of Virginia Beach.

Further investigation revealed that Allen had discharged a 9mm handgun following a domestic dispute.

Mila Allen was arrested and charged with:

·         Possession of a firearm by a convicted felon

·         Reckless Handling of a Firearm

·         Discharging a firearm within city limits

“ShotSpotter continues to be a gamechanger for how we combat gun violence in Virginia Beach,” said Police Chief Paul Neudigate. “We aren't just guessing where gunshots occurred; this technology enables an expedited police response the second a trigger is pulled. If you choose to shoot a weapon in our community, ShotSpotter ensures our officers are able to swiftly respond and hold you criminally accountable.”

This case remains under investigation. Anyone with information related to this case is asked to contact the VBPD Detective Bureau at (757) 385-4101 or Crime Solvers at 1(888)-LOCK-U-UP or P3Tips.com.

(Note: The charges mentioned in this press release are accusations, and the arrested individuals are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.)