Nature of the Action
As pleaded in the complaint, a series of public statements by Abby O'Connor began on, about, and following March 13, 2025. The filing describes repeated statements and online posts by O'Connor that circulated in the Virginia Beach community and concerned Elevation 27, the Plaintiff, and members of his family. The complaint characterizes these statements by O'Connor as false, detogatory, and harmful to reputation and business relationships.
Court, Parties, and Venue
- Court: Circuit Court for the City of Virginia Beach (Virginia).
- Plaintiff: Angas William “Bill” Reid.
- Defendant: Abby O’Connor.
- Jury: Trial by jury is demanded.
Key Points Highlighted in the Filing
- The complaint asserts that false and defamatory statements by O'Connor were presented publicly and widely repeated online.
- It alleges reputational harm connected to Elevation 27 and the Virginia Beach community.
- It references messages and posts by O'Connor and describes an intent to create “the biggest spectacle this town has ever seen.”
- One allegation by O'Connor cited in the filing concerns an extreme and patently false claim about family relationships.
- Another allegation by O'Connor cited in the filing references death threats to family members and business associates.
- Public discussion has at times characterized the situation as a “scandal”.
Context from the complaint
- The filing states the Defendant expressed an intent to make “the biggest spectacle this town has ever seen.”
- Trial by jury is demanded, and venue is laid in the Circuit Court for the City of Virginia Beach.
- The complaint asserts reputational harm tied to O'Connor's false and defamatory statements about abuse and domestic violence.
Filed document (preview)
Update regarding Andrew Reid
Abby’s allegations against Andrew Reid were dismissed by the Virginia Beach General District Court. Virginia Beach Case Number: GC25002277-00.