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Posted on: May 28, 2023

CPD Responds to Shooting on Prospect Avenue

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

May 28, 2023


CPD Responds to Shooting on Prospect Avenue


CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA – On May 27 at approximately 10:40 p.m., officers responded to a shots fired call in the area of 766 Prospect Ave.


Upon arrival, officers located a 16-year-old male suffering from a gunshot wound to his stomach. He was immediately transported to UVA Medical Center where he is currently listed in stable condition. The suspect is described as a thin, black male wearing dark clothing. 

 If you have any information related to this incident, to include video footage from a ring camera or other device, please call Crime Stoppers at (434) 977-4000.


Media Contact
Kyle Ervin
Public Safety Information Officer
City of Charlottesville
434-326-3043
ervinkl@charlottesville.gov

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