On Sunday evening March 30th at the Lynnhaven Boat Ramp there was a very large gathering of cars racing around (drifting) and spectators rallying with them in the LBR parking lot resulting in large scale disturbance and damage. Police were on the scene.
This letter was sent to the City of Virginia Beach City Staff and Leadership, the City of Virginia Beach Police Department and Councilman Joash Schulman on Monday, March 31 at 9:30 am. Recipients of the letter included:
- Kenneth Chandler, Deputy City Manager
- Michael Kirschman, Parks & Recreation Director
- Michael Parkman, Parks & Recreation Operations Manager
- Amanda Parrish, Parks & Recreation Coordinator
- Colin Jesse, Parks & Recreation Facilities Supervisor
- William Chisolm, Virginia Beach Police Department Lieutenant
- Colin Elliot, Virginia Beach Police Department Marine Patrol Officer
- Brian Ricardo, Virginia Beach Police Department Community Engagement Officer
- Joash Schulman, Councilman
Good morning,
As you know, there were a multitude of incidents along Shore Drive, specifically in the Ocean Park area, including a large “street takeover” at the Lynnhaven Boat Ramp facility. Social media is rampant with scenes of chaos and personal accounts of what can only be described as carnage. These incidents have raised significant safety and quality of life concerns among residents and those traveling on the roadway. While the accuracy of all incidents cannot be verified, here is the list from social media:
1. Saturday- Serious traffic accident (potentially DUI-related)
2. Saturday afternoon – 3-4 gunshots near Pleasure House Point
3. Sunday evening – Massive “street takeover” at LBR facility
4. Sunday evening – Multivehicle (motorcycle) accident on Lesner Bridge (related to LBR street takeover?)
To better understand the situation and ensure appropriate measures are taken, I request a detailed report of all activities reported to the police during this time. I also emphasize the need for transparency and accountability in this report. Also, I would appreciate access to any footage captured by video surveillance systems at these locations.
If possible, please include:
- A detailed summary of all reported incidents, including time lines of notification and response.
- Any actions taken by law enforcement or city staff in response.
- Specific recommendations or plans for improving security along Shore Drive in these areas moving forward.
Please let me know if further information is needed from my side to facilitate this request.
I appreciate your cooperation. Your role in ensuring community safety is invaluable, and I look forward to hearing back from you.
Very respectfully,
Danny Murphy,
Ocean Park Civic League President
Ocean Park Civic League 
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