Mass Shooting in Southern Virginia: Several Law Enforcement Officers Injured in Pittsylvania County
Several law enforcement officers were injured in a shooting in Pittsylvania County, Virginia. Authorities are investigating, and details remain limited.
Police and emergency vehicles respond to an active shooting scene in Gretna, Virginia.
According to local authorities and media reports, a shooting incident in Pittsylvania County, southern Virginia, on Wednesday injured multiple law enforcement officers.
Virginia's 5th congressional district is represented by US Representative John McGuire, who confirmed the incident and offered his condolences to the deputies who were hurt and their families.
On X (formerly Twitter), McGuire posted, "We are keeping a close eye on the situation and keeping everyone affected in our hearts during this difficult time."
Location and Present Situation
Gretna, a town in Pittsylvania County close to the North Carolina border, about 158 kilometres northwest of Raleigh, is where the shooting took place. Law enforcement and emergency response teams hurried to the scene.
Details about the suspect, the motive, and the number of injured officers have not yet been officially released. Authorities continue to monitor the developing situation.
