Cape Charles Police Department announces arrest in February homicide

Photo courtesy of the Northampton County Sheriff’s Office.

In a Facebook post, the Town of Cape Charles reported that the Cape Charles Police Department, with assistance from the Northampton Sheriff’s Department and Virginia State Police, has arrested 46-year-old Jamar Jones of Accomack County in connection with the first-degree murder of Calvin Cummings. The incident occurred on February 18th.

Jones, who is described in the Facebook post as a black male, is currently being held without bond at the Northampton Regional Jail. The investigation remains ongoing, and additional charges may be forthcoming.

The public is urged to stay informed as more details develop in the case.

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