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Driver Shot on Route 60 in New Kent as State Police Detain Person

State police say the shooting appears isolated, with a public warning about gunfire from vehicles.

Overview

  • The shooting occurred around 10:30 a.m. in the 1700 block of Pocahontas Trail in New Kent County, according to Virginia State Police.
  • The driver of a white Hyundai Kona was struck by a bullet and later hospitalized with non-life-threatening injuries after stopping at a gas station near I-64 and Route 609.
  • One person was detained in connection with the incident, and authorities have not said whether charges will be filed.
  • A witness reported hearing rapid, automatic-style gunfire and seeing a white car targeted as another vehicle, described as a Crown Victoria, left the area.
  • Investigators urged defensive driving, warned against firing from vehicles, and asked anyone with information to call #77.