Crime
Chesterfield County Man Fatally Shot in Prince George County, Suspect Arrested
Prince George County, VA – A 26-year-old man from Chesterfield County has died following a fatal shooting early Thursday morning in Prince George County.
Authorities have since arrested a suspect in connection with the incident.
At approximately 12:19 a.m. on February 27, officers with the Prince George County Police Department responded to a report of a shooting in the 5000 block of Owens Way.
Upon arrival, officers discovered a male victim suffering from a gunshot wound.
Emergency responders transported him to a local hospital, where he was later pronounced deceased.
The victim was identified as D’Mond Taylor, 26, of Chesterfield County.
Following an investigation, authorities identified a suspect in connection with the shooting.
At approximately 6 a.m., officers located and arrested 24-year-old Charles Young IV of Petersburg.
Young has been formally charged with:
- Second-degree murder
- Use of a firearm in the commission of a felony
He is currently being held at the Chesterfield County Jail.
Law enforcement officials have assured the public that there is no ongoing threat to the Prince George County community.
Authorities continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding the shooting and urge anyone with information to contact the Prince George County Police Department at 804-733-2773.
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.