Crime
26-year-old Korry Lynch charged for shooting mother in the head in Hopewell
Her condition is described as life-threatening.
Hopewell, VA – Authorities in Hopewell are conducting a thorough investigation following a shooting incident that left a woman critically injured.
At approximately 11:46 p.m., the Hopewell Police Department responded to a report of a female shooting victim in the 500 block of North 7th Avenue.
Upon arrival, officers discovered an adult female suffering from a gunshot wound to the head. Emergency medical personnel provided immediate care at the scene before transporting the victim to TriCities Hospital.
Due to the severity of her injuries, she was later transferred to Chippenham Hospital for advanced treatment.
Her condition is described as life-threatening.
The suspect, Korry Jamal Lynch, a 26-year-old Hopewell resident and the son of the victim, has been taken into custody.
Lynch faces the following felony charges:
- Aggravated Malicious Wounding
- Use of a Firearm in the Commission of a Felony
- Possession of a Firearm by a Convicted Felon
- Shooting into an Occupied Dwelling
- Grand Larceny
Lynch was transported to the Riverside Regional Jail and is being held without bond.
The Hopewell Police Department’s Criminal Investigation Unit is leading the case. Authorities are urging anyone with information to assist in the investigation.
- Lead Detective Tara Clark: (804) 541-2284
- Hopewell-Prince George Crime Solvers Hotline: (804) 541-2202 (Callers can remain anonymous.)
Further updates will be provided as the investigation progresses. Residents are encouraged to share any relevant details to help bring resolution to this critical case.
On the evening of January 17, 2025, Iron County Sheriff’s deputies responded to a 911 call reporting gunfire targeting a vehicle.
Upon arrival at the intersection of Midvalley Road and 4300 West, law enforcement and Gold Cross Ambulance found a 17-year-old female driver critically injured inside her vehicle.
Deputies began life-saving efforts immediately while paramedics prepared for her transport to Cedar City Hospital.
Despite their combined efforts, the young victim tragically succumbed to her injuries shortly after arrival.
Crime scene experts and investigators from the Iron County Sheriff’s Office quickly arrived to process the scene.
Early findings suggest the victim’s vehicle was being pursued by an unknown vehicle for several miles before the incident.
The suspect pulled alongside the victim’s car and fired multiple gunshots, striking the driver. This caused the victim to lose control of her vehicle, which left the roadway, crashing through a vinyl fence before coming to rest approximately 100 feet northwest of the intersection.
The Sheriff’s Office is actively seeking information from the public to aid in the investigation.
Between 10:15 PM and 11:00 PM, investigators believe a small red pickup truck was being followed closely by a dark-colored truck or SUV on Lund Highway near 1600 North and Midvalley Road or heading west on Midvalley Road toward the Three Peaks Campground area.
Witness accounts or surveillance footage of this activity could provide critical leads.
Additionally, residents or business owners along Lund Highway or Midvalley Road with surveillance camera footage from that time frame are encouraged to contact authorities.
If you have any information regarding this incident or footage, please contact the following numbers:
- Iron County Sheriff’s Office: 435-867-7500
- Cedar Dispatch (Non-Emergency): 435-586-9445
The Iron County Sheriff’s Office extends its heartfelt condolences to the family and friends of the victim during this difficult time. We also express our sincere gratitude to the Cedar City Police Department, Enoch City Police, the Department of Public Safety, Cedar City Fire Department, and the dedicated personnel of Gold Cross Ambulance for their quick response and assistance.
The Iron County Sheriff’s Office remains committed to ensuring public safety and pursuing justice for the victim. We ask for the community’s assistance in bringing the perpetrator to justice.