Crime
At least 1 person stabbed at University of Virginia, attacker detained
Charlottesville, VA – At least one person has been stabbed following reports of an active attacker armed with a knife near the University of Virginia (UVA) on Emmet Street South, prompting an emergency response and a campus-wide shelter-in-place order.
The University of Virginia Police Division (UVAPD) issued an urgent alert after receiving reports of a male suspect wielding a knife near Alumni Hall.
Authorities classified the situation as an “active attacker” incident, urging students and faculty to “RUN, HIDE, FIGHT” as part of their emergency protocol.
Initial descriptions of the suspect provided by UVA officials indicated a white male wearing a red hoodie and blue sweatpants.
However, an updated description later identified the attacker as a middle-aged white male wearing a white shirt, blue pants, and white shoes.
As law enforcement responded to the scene, UVA Police instructed all members of the campus community to shelter in place and immediately call 911 if they encountered the suspect.
Authorities have not yet released details on the condition of the stabbing victim(s) or whether additional individuals were harmed in the attack.
Law enforcement officers remain actively engaged in securing the area and investigating the circumstances surrounding the incident. It remains unclear whether the attacker has been taken into custody.
Students, faculty, and Charlottesville residents are urged to stay vigilant and follow updates from UVAPD and university officials. Anyone with information related to the suspect’s whereabouts is encouraged to contact UVA Police immediately.
This is a developing story, and further updates will be provided as more details emerge.
The Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office (PBSO) is investigating a series of shootings that occurred Wednesday night in Pahokee, culminating in a deputy-involved shooting.
The Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE), the Palm Beach County State Attorney’s Office, and PBSO’s Violent Crimes Division are conducting parallel and joint reviews of the incident.
According to authorities, the violence began on Wednesday, February 25, at approximately 10:12 p.m., when 44-year-old Charles McCloud Jr. allegedly initiated a series of shootings at multiple locations throughout Pahokee over a roughly 40-minute span.
First Shooting – 171 Booker Place (10:12 p.m.)
McCloud allegedly shot two adult males at a residence located at 171 Booker Place.
Both victims were pronounced deceased at the scene.
Second Shooting – 8700 Block of Doveland Drive
Shortly afterward, multiple gunshots were reported in the 8700 block of Doveland Drive.
Although several rounds were fired, authorities confirmed that no individuals were struck during this incident.
Third Shooting – 750 Belle Glade Road
The third shooting occurred at a convenience store located at 750 Belle Glade Road.
An adult male was shot during this incident and transported for medical treatment. Officials report the victim is expected to survive.
While responding to the reported gunfire on Doveland Drive and conducting a preliminary investigation, a PBSO deputy was securing the area with crime scene tape when McCloud allegedly drove a black GMC SUV directly at the deputy.
Authorities state that McCloud struck the deputy with the vehicle, pushing him approximately 40 feet. After exiting the SUV armed with a firearm, McCloud allegedly attempted to shoot the injured deputy.
In response, the deputy discharged his service weapon, striking McCloud. A second PBSO deputy also discharged his firearm during the encounter. McCloud was pronounced deceased at the scene.
The injured deputy sustained serious injuries and is currently receiving treatment at St. Mary’s Medical Center.
According to PBSO, Charles McCloud Jr. had an extensive criminal history, including prior charges for Riot, Resisting an Officer with Violence, Armed Robbery, Aggravated Battery with a Deadly Weapon, Possession of a Firearm by a Convicted Felon, Carrying a Concealed Weapon, Narcotics Equipment/Possession, and Escape or Attempted Escape from a county facility.
In accordance with standard agency policy, the deputy involved in the shooting has been placed on administrative leave pending the outcome of the investigation.
The FDLE, the Palm Beach County State Attorney’s Office, and PBSO’s Violent Crimes Division continue to actively investigate all aspects of the shootings, including the deputy-involved use of force.
Additional information will be released as it becomes available.