VBPD Arrests Four in Human Trafficking Operation

On June 20 and June 21, 2025, members of the Virginia Beach Police Department (VBPD) Special Investigations Bureau engaged in a two-day enforcement action across the region, with the goal of targeting individuals suspected of pandering prostitution and identifying victims of human trafficking.

Operating as part of the Hampton Roads Human Trafficking Task Force (HRHTTF), this operation was part of ongoing efforts by the VBPD Human Trafficking Squad and its partners to curb sex trafficking in and around Hampton Roads.

The operations led to four arrests:

• Larry Fulgham (M/39) of Suffolk — charged with Possession of a Controlled Substance, two counts of Pandering Prostitution, Use of a Vehicle to Promote Prostitution, and Driving on a Suspended License.
• Tammy Brown (F/24) of South Carolina — charged with Prostitution.
• Labrint Brown (M/37) of Norfolk — charged with Possession of a Firearm by a Convicted Felon, Aiding Prostitution, and Sex Trafficking.
• Marissa Pressley (F/24) of Norfolk — charged with Aiding Prostitution, use of a Vehicle to Promote Prostitution, Sex Trafficking, and Driving on a Suspended License.

Six victims were identified and immediately offered comprehensive support services in partnership with Samaritan House.

Intelligence gathered during the operation revealed out-of-state trafficking connections. Federal law enforcement partners will pursue additional investigations and, where appropriate, execute follow-up actions outside Hampton Roads.

The HRHTTF remains committed to conducting proactive and reactive investigations to not only rescue victims but uncover and collect evidence necessary to dismantle trafficking networks. Because of this operation, multiple investigations are underway.

The HRHTTF is a collaborative effort led by the Virginia Attorney General’s Office, Immigration and Customs Enforcement, the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Eastern District of Virginia, Samaritan House, Transitions Family Violence Services, and other state, local, and non-governmental partners.

Together, we investigate and prosecute sex-trafficking cases, provide services to victims, and raise community awareness.

If you are a victim or know someone who is, you can confidentially report it to the National Human Trafficking Hotline at 1-888-373-7888.

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