Crime
Chesapeake Police Investigate Fatal Shooting of Gabrielle Leigh Kelly, One Other Injured
Chesapeake, VA – Authorities are investigating a fatal shooting that occurred Monday night in Chesapeake, leaving one woman dead and a second victim injured.
According to the Chesapeake Police Department, officers were dispatched to the 2900 block of Parkside Drive, near Campostella Square Park, shortly before 8 p.m. following reports of gunfire in the area.
Upon arrival, officers discovered Gabrielle Leigh Kelly suffering from gunshot wounds.
She was immediately transported to a local hospital with life-threatening injuries, but succumbed to her wounds a short time later.
A second victim, identified as an adult male, was later located at a nearby hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.
Authorities have not disclosed his identity or the circumstances under which he arrived at the hospital.
The Chesapeake Police Department has classified the case as an active investigation and is working to identify the suspect(s) involved in the shooting.
No arrests have been made, and authorities are urging anyone with information to come forward.
Individuals with any knowledge of the incident are encouraged to contact Crime Line at 1-888-LOCK-U-UP. Callers may remain anonymous, and tips leading to an arrest may be eligible for a cash reward.
Authorities continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding the shooting and are urging the community to report any suspicious activity in the area.
Christian County, Mo. — Authorities have identified the suspect accused of fatally shooting a deputy with the Christian County Sheriff’s Office during a traffic stop as Richard Bird.
At the time the Blue Alert was issued, the suspect had not yet been taken into custody.
According to law enforcement officials, the deputy initiated a traffic stop involving a 2001 Chevrolet extended cab pickup truck along State Highway 160 near Highlandville.
During the stop, the suspect allegedly opened fire, fatally wounding the deputy before fleeing the scene.
The suspect was reported to have traveled southbound on Highway 160 following the shooting.
Authorities described the suspect vehicle as a black 2001 Chevrolet extended cab pickup truck equipped with a silver brush guard, black body trim, tinted rear windows, and a three-ball trailer hitch. The vehicle was bearing Missouri license plate 9MG-X36.
A statewide Blue Alert was issued to notify the public and assist in locating the suspect.
Law enforcement officials urged residents not to approach the vehicle or suspect if located, but instead to immediately call 911 and provide detailed information while remaining at a safe distance.
Christian County is situated south of Springfield and north of Branson, an area that sees significant travel due to its proximity to the Ozarks.
Multiple agencies across the region coordinated efforts in response to the alert.
Authorities have not yet released further details regarding the circumstances surrounding the shooting or the status of the investigation.
Law enforcement officials expressed their condolences to the deputy’s family, colleagues, and the community as they continue to pursue justice in the case.