CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA (CVILLE RIGHT NOW) – The Charlottesville Police Department has identified a suspect in the September 12, 2024, shooting on Hardy Avenue.

Warrants have been obtained arrest Nayquon Laymonte Steppe.

The 25-year-old black male stands approximately 5’7″, weighs 175 pounds, has black hair, brown eyes should be considered armed.

Steppe has been charged with the following offenses:

  • 18.2-51.2-Attempted Malicious Wounding
  • 18.2-56 – Reckless Handling of Firearm
  • 18.2-137 – Destruction of Property

Anyone with knowledge of Steppes whereabout is asked to call Crime Stoppers at (434) 977-4000.