RICHMOND, Va. — Police are investigating a shooting in the 4100 block of Richmond Highway after an adult male was seriously wounded and transported to a local hospital.
According to the initial police report, officers were called to the area at approximately 4:52 p.m. to investigate a reported shooting.
When officers arrived, they located an adult male suffering from gunshot injuries. The victim was transported to an area hospital for treatment of life-threatening injuries.
Investigation underway
Police immediately began securing the area and investigating the circumstances surrounding the shooting.
Detectives are working to determine what led to the gunfire, where the shooting occurred and whether the victim and the person responsible knew one another.
Investigators may review surveillance footage and other available evidence while speaking with witnesses who were in the area around the time of the incident.
Suspect information not released
Authorities have not publicly identified a suspect in the initial information released about the shooting.
A possible motive has also not been disclosed, and it was not immediately clear whether anyone had been arrested or detained.
The victim’s identity has not been released.
Because the investigation remains active, additional information may be withheld until detectives have had an opportunity to interview witnesses and process evidence.
Police seek public assistance
Authorities are asking anyone who witnessed the shooting or has information that could help investigators to come forward.
Tips can be provided anonymously through Crime Stoppers at (804) 780-1000.
Residents can also submit information through the P3 Tips Crime Stoppers smartphone application. Both reporting methods allow individuals to provide information anonymously.
Investigators are encouraging anyone with potentially relevant information to contact Crime Stoppers, even if they believe their information may be minor.
Developing case
The shooting remains under investigation as detectives work to determine the events that led to the victim being critically wounded.
The victim’s condition remains described as life-threatening, and authorities have not released further information about his injuries.
Anyone with information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers at (804) 780-1000 or use the P3 Tips app. Both methods are anonymous.
This is a developing investigation, and additional details may be released as authorities confirm more information.
