Virginia Townhouse Shooting Leaves 3 Dead, 3 Injured; Suspects in Custody

Authorities confirm all suspects have been apprehended following the Spotsylvania County shooting, with early investigations pointing to an illegal gun sale or robbery.

The shooting occurred Tuesday evening at a townhouse complex in Spotsylvania County, Virginia, leaving three people dead and three injured.
Authorities responded to 911 calls at approximately 5:30 PM EDT and discovered multiple victims with gunshot wounds outside the complex.
All suspects, including two 16-year-olds, a 17-year-old, and an 18-year-old, have been taken into custody, with no ongoing threat to public safety.
Initial investigations suggest the incident may have stemmed from an illegal gun sale or robbery, though the investigation remains active.
Local schools delayed openings by two hours on Wednesday to provide support and additional security for students and staff affected by the tragedy.