CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA (CVILLE RIGHT NOW) – Charlottesville and Virginia State Police have a heavy presence in the areas of Hardy Drive and Lankford Avenue as they’re executing search warrants. CPD says “the warrants are in relation to ongoing investigations into firearms offenses within the city”. The action coming two days after Charlottesville’s first homicide of the year early Sunday in the Water Street parking lot, but there’s no information if this is related.

CPD says, “we appreciate your cooperation and understanding as we work to ensure the safety of our community”, and “an update will be provided once the operation is complete”.