July 21, 2023, News Release

ALBEMARLE COUNTY, VA – At approximately 5:06 pm on Friday, July 21, 2023, Albemarle County Police Department was dispatched to a call for shots fired in a parking lot on the corner of Berkmar Drive and Seminole Trail. Officers responded to the scene 3 minutes after dispatch.

Upon arrival at the scene, officers detained one person. One victim was pronounced deceased at the scene and another victim was transported to UVA Hospital in critical condition.

This is being considered an isolated incident and officers do not suspect any additional offenders involved.

Victims’ identities are being withheld pending the notification of next of kin.

This is an ongoing investigation by ACPD’s Criminal Investigations Division. Updates will be provided as they become available.