Hopewell, Va. — The Hopewell Police Department is investigating a shooting that left a man with a life-threatening gunshot wound Saturday night.
At approximately 11 p.m. on March 8, local telecommunications received a report that a male victim had arrived at Tri-Cities Hospital suffering from a gunshot wound. Due to the severity of his injuries, he was quickly airlifted to Chippenham Hospital for further treatment.
Authorities have confirmed that the crime scene was located at the intersection of Winston Churchill Drive and East Randolph Road. Investigators found multiple spent cartridge casings at the scene, indicating that the shooting occurred in the area.
The investigation into the circumstances surrounding the shooting remains ongoing. The Hopewell Police Department has urged anyone with information to come forward and assist in the inquiry. Those with details are asked to contact Lead Detective William Martin of the Hopewell Criminal Investigations Unit at 804-541-2284.
The identity of the victim has not been released, and no arrests have been made as of the latest update. Authorities are continuing to piece together evidence as they work to determine the motive behind the shooting.
Anyone with relevant information is encouraged to reach out to the Hopewell Police Department as the investigation unfolds.
