LYNCHBURG, Va. (WDBJ) - The Lynchburg Police Department has arrested a Lynchburg man accused of making a threat against Delegate Wendell Walker, who represents the 52nd District in the Virginia House of Delegates.
LPD arrested 47-year-old Ronald Reynolds of Lynchburg; he was charged Tuesday, October 28, 2025. with threats of death or bodily injury.
Monday, October 27, a preliminary investigation indicated that a threat was sent via text message and referenced Delegate Wendell Walker. Officers identified Reynolds, according to LPD.
Police are asking anyone with information that may assist authorities in the case to contact Detective Bond at (434) 455-6161 or Crime Stoppers at (888) 798-5900. Anonymous tips can also be submitted online here . The P3 mobile app can used or a text message

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