VBPD Makes Arrest in Sassafras Ct. Shooting

On April 14, 2025, at approximately 8:30 p.m., Virginia Beach Police Department (VBPD) officers responded to the 4100 block of Sassafras Ct. for a report of shots fired. Upon arrival, officers found two individuals suffering from gunshot wounds; both were transported to local hospitals.  One of these victims was identified as Josiah Spann (M/18) of Virginia Beach.

VBPD Violent Crimes Unit detectives have worked diligently to identify the individual or individuals involved in this shooting.   Their investigation has identified Josiah Spann as the suspect; he has been charged with Armed Robbery, Aggravated Malicious Wounding, Shooting in the Commission of a Felony, and Use of a Firearm in Commission of a Felony.  Mr. Spann was injured during the commission of his felony crimes by gunfire from the victim.

(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.)