Roanoke Police Chief: both sides must come together to curb gun violence Gene Marrano August 7, 2019 1 minute read Chief Tim Jones-FB photo The Chief of Police in Roanoke City says law enforcement cannot do it alone – curbing gun violence nationally will require legislation and a more bi-partisan spirit. WFIR’s Gene Marrano has comments from Chief Tim Jones: Share: Post navigation Previous: Northam praises removal of Jefferson Davis’ name from parkNext: Latest mass shootings may heighten gun law debate in fall elections Related Stories United Way of Virginia’s Blue Ridge helps fund new nature trail signs in Rocky Mount Gene Marrano June 24, 2026 More Romeo & Juliet, new exhibit at Wilson Museum, Broadway in Roanoke releases schedule for 26-27 season Gene Marrano June 24, 2026 Feeding Southwest Virginia President and CEO Pamela Irvine will retire at the end of the year after 45 years with the Food Bank Gene Marrano June 24, 2026
