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NEWPORT NEWS, Va. (WAVY) — Two men have been charged in connection to threats made toward Tabb High School in York County earlier this year.

Federal indictments filed on May 15 show Robert Michael Scott and Daryl Curtis Byerly are charged with threat to injure in interstate communication.

The charges stem from threatening calls the high school received in early March, which prompted the school to go on lockdown and cancel after-school activities.

The York County School Division said the calls were related to an incident that was captured on video and spread on social media.

Federal prosecutors said in the indictments Byerly and Scott left profanity-laced voicemails in early March.

Byerly is accused of calling from Las Vegas, Nevada, and telling someone at the school he was going to come down there and kill them.

A jury trial for Byerly is scheduled for July 31.

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SATURDAY:
8 a.m: Virginia Beach officials have been released the names of the victims in the mass shooting.

11 p.m. The suspect lived in a condominium off Witchduck Road, which police raided Friday night. He was known as a quiet person who kept to himself. A neighbor of the suspect, Cassetty Howerin, who spoke with WAVY’s Andy Fox and said she never imagined he would do something like that.

10:38 p.m. — DeWayne Craddock, 40, has been identified as the suspect in the Municipal Center. Police Chief Jim Cervera says Craddock was a longtime employee with the city.

10:08 p.m. — Sentara officials say four injured victims from today’s shooting are still in the hospital. Three patients are at Sentara Virginia Beach General, with two in critical condition and one in fair condition. Another victim who was taken to Norfolk General is still in critical condition. They say another patient checked themselves into Sentara Princess Anne, but was released from the emergency department Friday night.

9:50 p.m. — Police Chief Jim Cervera says another victim has been pronounced dead. 12 people, as well as the gunman, have been confirmed deceased in total following today’s mass shooting at the Virginia Beach Municipal Center. Multiple people are still injured and at local hospitals.

The suspect, who was a Virginia Beach city employee with access to the building, was reloading his weapon, a .45 caliber handgun with a suppressor and an extended magazine, when he shot following a gun battle with police. Cervera said authorities are in the process of identifying victims so they can make notifications to their families. He said police received the initial call for the shooting shortly after 4 p.m.

Cervera says city emergency officials had trained extensively and are “highly qualified” in the event of an active shooter.

9:20 p.m. The mayors of fellow Hampton Roads cities are sending their condolences to their neighbors in Virginia Beach. Norfolk Mayor Kenny Alexander and Chesapeake Mayor Rick West both released statements after the shooting.

Today’s heartbreaking tragedy has spread grief throughout the region.

On behalf of #NorfolkVA City Council, city workers and residents we offer @CityofVaBeach condolences and unwavering support. pic.twitter.com/sfsWLCmbvd
— Kenneth Alexander (@KennyAlexander) June 1, 2019

A message from Chesapeake Mayor Rick West: On behalf of the City of Chesapeake, I want to offer my sincere condolences to the victims of today's horrific event in Virginia Beach, as well as their families. (1/3)
— City of Chesapeake (@AboutChesapeake) June 1, 2019

The latest as of 8:46 p.m. — Congresswoman Elaine Luria, who represents Virginia Beach, was being briefed on the shooting before a 9:30 p.m. press conference and released a statement:

“This is a day that will change Virginia Beach forever. I grieve for those who lost their lives, their families, and everyone who loved them. I wish a speedy recovery to all who are injured, and I thank the first responders, medical personnel, and law enforcement for their invaluable bravery and service. Now is the time for healing, coming together, and determining ways to prevent this kind of tragedy from happening again.”

8:40 p.m. First responders are using Princess Anne Middle School as a way to reunite survivors with their families and loved ones following Friday’s shooting.

8:33 p.m. — The Municipal Center shooting happened just about a month after the Pharrell Williams-led Something in the Water festival, which was seen as a major success for the region, bringing people from all backgrounds together for a weekend of music and culture at the Virginia Beach Oceanfront.

Williams, a Virginia Beach native, tweeted about the tragedy on Friday night, saying, “We are resilient. We will not only get through this, but we’ll come out of this stronger than before we always do.”

"This makes a little trash on the beach seem so little now," -said one @CityofVaBeach employee. Gosh…isn't that the truth. @WAVY_News
— Brett Hall (@BrettHNews) June 1, 2019

7:15 p.m. Governor Ralph Northam arrives at the Municipal Center, telling WAVY’s Andy Fox it was “a horrific day for Virginia.”

6:46 p.m. 11 victims have been pronounced dead, as well as the gunman, and another six are injured following Friday’s shooting at the Virginia Beach Municipal Center, Virginia Beach Police Chief Jim Cervera confirmed in a press conference.

A Virginia Beach police officer was shot in the incident, but was protected by a bulletproof vest. He’s expected to be OK.

The gunman was a longtime public works city employee.

Virginia Beach Mayor Bobby Dyer said this goes down as the most devastating day in the city’s history.

6:34 p.m. — WAVY’s Andy Fox reports that multiple city sources say the suspect, who is now deceased, is a disgruntled former city employee who was fired on Thursday, and multiple people are feared to be dead following the shooting. The latest died at Sentara Norfolk General Hospital, Andy Fox reports. However official number of causalities has not been confirmed at this time, and the situation remains active.

6:29 p.m. Six shooting victims have been taken to area hospitals after an active shooting incident at the Virginia Beach Municipal Center, including one to Sentara Norfolk General Hospital. One suspect was taken into custody, and city sources tell WAVY’s Jason Marks the suspect was pronounced dead.

A press conference on the situation was set for 6:15 p.m. but has been delayed.

Woman tells @AndyFoxWAVY she is a public utilities employee @CityofVaBeach and supervisor ran in and shouted "this is not a drill." @WAVY_News pic.twitter.com/2IlAKWXsRk
— Brett Hall (@BrettHNews) May 31, 2019

I have been in communication with @CityofVaBeach Mayor Bobby Dyer and @VBPD Chief Jim Cervera. My administration stands ready to assist law enforcement and first responders in any way.
— Ralph Northam (@GovernorVA) May 31, 2019

UPDATE: there is still a very heavy police presence surrounding building 2 at the municipal center. Police have blocked off much of the parking lot. @WAVY_News pic.twitter.com/nugA9CJQPE
— Tamara Scott (@TamaraScottWAVY) May 31, 2019

6:13 p.m. — A Nightingale helicopter arrived at Norfolk General Hospital, a Level 1 trauma center, with a patient from the shooting.

6:06 p.m. — The shooting suspect is dead, a Virginia Beach police source tells WAVY’s Jason Marks. Multiple victims are also feared dead after the shooting. Police are set to hold a press conference at 6:15 p.m. to provide updates.

Thank you to our law enforcement & other first responders in Virginia Beach for your heroic actions regarding today’s Active Shooter Incident. We are closely monitoring the situation and will provide any support you need. We are also praying for the victims and their families. https://t.co/bKpK9ECJQd
— Justin Fairfax (@LGJustinFairfax) May 31, 2019

5:56 p.m. — Sentara has updated the number of patients in connection to the shooting to six. Five are at Sentara Virginia Beach and one patient at Sentara Princess Anne is being picked up by Nightingale for transfer to Sentara Norfolk General Hospital.

5:49 p.m. — WAVY’s Andy Fox reports several people are feared dead, according to a City Hall source. There’s been no official word on fatalities from police at this time.

5:46 p.m. — Virginia Beach sources tell WAVY’s Jason Marks that a police officer was shot, but is expected to be OK. The public works building (building 2) has been cleared, authorities say.

UPDATE: VB sources say police officer was shot but is okay. Building is now clear. I’m hearing several people dead and working to confirm number. @WAVY_News
— Jason Marks (@jasonmarkswavy) May 31, 2019

5:38 p.m. — Police are searching the complex building by building, though one suspect has already been taken into custody. Four victims have been confirmed injured and have been taken to the hospital.

My heart is with all those injured & affected by today’s shooting at the Virginia Beach Municipal Center. I’m so thankful for first responders & law enforcement for risking their lives to bring a suspect into custody. This is more proof Congress must act to prevent gun violence.
— Representative Elaine Luria (@RepElaineLuria) May 31, 2019

Please keep all of our city employees, their families, and citizens who were at the municipal center this afternoon in your thoughts and prayers as the reports of an active shooter situation there are starting to be released.https://t.co/51stfhTsJB
— Glenn R. Davis (@DelGlennDavis) May 31, 2019

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5:25 p.m. — Sentara now says three patients have been taken to Sentara Virginia Beach General Hospital and one person was taken to Sentara Princess Anne.

WAVY’s Jason Marks says city sources told him at least one person is dead and at least six injured in the shooting. Police have yet to officially confirm those numbers.

Mayor Bobby Dyer is heading to the area and Virginia Beach Police Chief Jim Cervera is expected to give live updates soon.

5:24 p.m. — Governor Ralph Northam says his team is actively monitoring the situation.

5:14 p.m. — Sentara officials confirm one patient is at Sentara Princess Anne and another was taken to Virginia Beach General. Nightingale air ambulance is also at the scene. The FBI has joined Virginia Beach authorities to secure the scene.

4:51 p.m. Virginia Beach police say they believe there’s only one shooter, and that person has been taken into custody. They say multiple people have been injured. There’s no word on the extent of the victims’ injuries at this time, but WAVY’s Tamara Scott says crews were treating at least four victims. A Nightingale helicopter was landing at the scene at 5:05 p.m.

Public works @CityofVaBeach employee tells they were sitting at their desk on the 3rd floor when all of a sudden gunshots sounded. Said they saw woman in stairwell injured badly. @WAVY_News #757Alert pic.twitter.com/YUFCwf9pHh
— Brett Hall (@BrettHNews) May 31, 2019

Still securing the building floor by floor and office by office. That from city manager Dave Hansen. @WAVY_News
— Andy Fox (@AndyFoxWAVY) May 31, 2019

Nearby Sentara Princess Anne Hospital has been placed on lockdown in the meantime. Police are asking the public to avoid the area. Stay with WAVY for updates.

Employees coming out of the area of building 2 in droves. Many crying and holding each other @WAVY_News #757Alert pic.twitter.com/Z9bblHvBxc
— Brett Hall (@BrettHNews) May 31, 2019

The latest as of 4:42 P.M. — City Manager Dave Hansen confirmed there is an active shooter situation at the Virginia Beach Municipal Center. He says the suspect hasn’t been apprehended, and he’s seen people coming out of the city’s public utilities department in need of medical treatment.

As WAVY’s Tamara Scott was reporting live, an injured person was being carried in the back of a car surrounding by police, heading toward an ambulance. Moments later, two other victims were being carried in the back of a pickup truck.

The shooting took place at the Municipal Center’s building 2.

I just got off the phone with Virginia beach city manager Dave Hansen. Confirms active shooter. “Not apprehended at this point. We’ve seen some people coming out of the public utilities department with medical treatment.” Hanson does not know how many are injured.”@AndyFoxWAVY
— Andy Fox (@AndyFoxWAVY) May 31, 2019

VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. (WAVY) — Authorities are responding to a possible active shooter situation at the Virginia Beach Municipal Center on Friday afternoon.

Tonya Pierce with Virginia Beach police says there’s is an active scene at building 2 at the center off of Nimmo Parkway.

An employee who works in the building told WAVY’s Tamara Scott that he and several other people were able to safely leave the building after reports of an active shooter. He says he found a woman inside a stairwell covered in blood.

Multiple police units have responded. The center is next to both the Virginia Police Department headquarters and the Virginia Beach Sheriff’s Office, as well as several other government buildings.

There no other details at the moment, but WAVY’s Tamara Scott is at the scene. Stay with WAVY.com for updates on this breaking news.

"There is no way to describe an incident such as this," Virginia Beach Police Chief James Cervera said of Friday

Eleven of the 12 victims were city employees; one was a contractor. "They leave a void that we will never be able to fill," City Manager Dave Hansen said Saturday.

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VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. (WAVY) – Virginia Governor Ralph Northam said he is devastated by the “unspeakable, senseless violence” in Virginia Beach Friday.

He arrived in Virginia Beach around 7:15 p.m.

According to police, a gunman opened fire at the Municipal Complex around 4:30 p.m. During a news conference, the police chief confirmed 11 victims have been pronounced dead, and there are six others injured, including a police officer. The gunman, a longtime public works city employee, is also dead.

Governor Northam issued the following statement regarding the shooting:

This is a horrific day for the Commonwealth of Virginia. We are devastated by the tragic shooting in Virginia Beach. I am in Virginia Beach with law enforcement authorities and Mayor Dyer, where I am monitoring the situation and offer the state’s full support.

My deepest condolences and prayers go to the families of those who left home this morning, and will not return tonight, as well as those who have been injured in this tragedy.

This is unspeakable, senseless violence. I commend local and state law enforcement, first responders, medical teams, and all others who acted swiftly to respond to this situation. My thoughts continue to be with the victims and their families.”

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