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Father, son arrested at Virginia school construction site after call related to firearm

Travis Sentel Evans Jr.

A father and son both face charges after the son allegedly brandished a firearm during an argument with multiple co-workers at a Gloucester High School construction site.

Travis Sentel Evans Jr., 18, of Virginia Beach, is currently being held on no bond.

He has been charged with:

  • Carrying a firearm on public school property
  • Brandishing a firearm while on school property
  • Carrying a concealed weapon
  • Remove, alter, destroy a serial number to a firearm
  • Possess marijuana on public school property

His father, Travis Sentel Evans, 44, was also arrested, according to police, for his alleged behavior during his son’s arrest. He was charged with disorderly conduct and is being held on a $1,000 secured bond.

The Gloucester County Sheriff’s Office received a 911 call at 11:03 a.m. related to the incident. The scene was secured within minutes, according to the GCSO.

 

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A 1999 graduate of Virginia Tech, Crystal Graham has worked for 25 years as a reporter and editor for several Virginia publications, written a book, and garnered more than a dozen Virginia Press Association awards for writing and graphic design. She was the co-host of "Viewpoints," a weekly TV news show, and co-host of "Virginia Tonight," a nightly TV news show, both broadcast on PBS. Her work on "Virginia Tonight" earned her a national Telly award for excellence in television. You can reach her at [email protected]. Support AFP by signing up for our newsletter and/or powering our work with a one-time or monthly contribution.

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