LUNENBURG COUNTY, Va. — A fatal hunting incident in Lunenburg County on Monday night has left one individual dead, according to the Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources (DWR). The incident occurred in the Keysville area, and authorities were alerted at approximately 10:38 p.m. when the Lunenburg County Sheriff’s Office reported the shooting.
Responding agencies, including DWR, arrived on the scene to find a victim who appeared to have died from a gunshot wound. The identity of the deceased has not been disclosed by authorities as of this time.
Officials reported that both the suspect and a witness remained at the scene and have been cooperating with the ongoing investigation. While the circumstances surrounding the shooting remain unclear, it has not been confirmed whether any charges are pending.
The DWR has stated that the investigation is in its early stages, and further details will be provided as they become available. Authorities are urging anyone with additional information to come forward to assist with the inquiry.
This tragic event marks the latest in a series of fatal hunting incidents across the state, and law enforcement is reminding hunters to remain vigilant about safety and adhere to all regulations to prevent similar incidents in the future.
