HENRICO COUNTY, VA — Authorities are investigating after two individuals were injured during a double shooting Thursday evening in Henrico County. The incident has left the community shaken and police actively working to identify those responsible.
What Happened
The shooting occurred shortly after 8:00 p.m. on the 7500 block of Edgewood Avenue in Henrico. Officers from the Henrico Police Department responded to reports of gunfire and discovered two people suffering from gunshot wounds upon arrival.
Emergency medical crews treated the victims at the scene before transporting them to a nearby hospital. According to police, both victims sustained non-life-threatening injuries and are currently receiving care.
Investigation Underway
The suspect or suspects fled before law enforcement arrived. At this time, no arrests have been made, and the motive behind the shooting remains unclear. Detectives are working to gather surveillance footage from nearby buildings and are interviewing witnesses as part of their ongoing investigation.
Authorities are asking anyone with information—no matter how minor it may seem—to contact the Henrico Police Department at 804-501-5000 or reach out anonymously through Crime Stoppers at 804-780-1000 or the P3 Tips App.
Community Reaction
The shooting has left residents in the Edgewood Avenue area concerned and calling for greater safety measures. Though relieved to hear the victims are expected to recover, many neighbors are expressing frustration over continued violence in their community.
Local leaders and outreach organizations are urging calm and cooperation as law enforcement works to bring those responsible to justice. “We have to keep standing together and reporting what we see,” one community member said. “This cycle can’t continue.”
What’s Next
The investigation remains active, and police continue to encourage anyone with relevant information to come forward. As detectives piece together what happened, the community is left hoping for swift answers and a return to peace.
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