Crime
Illegal Gun Deal Turned Robbery Led to Mass Shooting in Spotsylvania County
The suspects, identified as two 16-year-olds, a 17-year-old, and 18-year-old Jeremiah Upson.
A tragic shooting in Spotsylvania County has left three young men dead and resulted in criminal charges for four others—three of whom are juveniles—following what investigators say was an illegal gun transaction that escalated into a robbery.
In a statement released Wednesday, the Spotsylvania County Sheriff’s Office announced the arrests of four individuals in connection with the incident.
The suspects, identified as two 16-year-olds, a 17-year-old, and 18-year-old Jeremiah Upson, have been charged with Malicious Wounding, Use of a Firearm in the Commission of a Felony, and Unlawful Assembly.
Authorities confirmed that one of the 16-year-old suspects remains hospitalized with a gunshot wound and will be taken into custody upon his release.
According to Major Elizabeth Scott, two of the suspects are residents of Spotsylvania County and the other two are from Caroline County.
Three of the individuals are currently being held without bond.
Deputies responded to the 400 block of Olde Greenwich Circle at approximately 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday, April 8, after receiving multiple reports of gunfire.
When first responders arrived, they discovered several individuals suffering from gunshot wounds.
The three deceased victims were identified as:
- Chase Feaster, 18, of Spotsylvania County
- Alonzo Goffney, 18, of Spotsylvania County
- An unidentified 20-year-old male, whose name is being withheld pending confirmation by the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner
Three additional individuals sustained injuries and were transported to local hospitals for treatment.
The extent of their injuries has not yet been disclosed.
Investigators determined that the shooting was the result of an illegal firearm transaction that turned violent.
Major Scott praised the work of detectives in bringing swift resolution to the case and expressed gratitude to the Fredericksburg Police Department and the Virginia State Police for their support in the investigation.
“We are deeply thankful for the efforts of our law enforcement partners and the cooperation of the community during this incredibly difficult and heartbreaking time,” Scott stated.
As a precautionary measure, Fredericksburg City Public Schools operated on a two-hour delay on Wednesday, April 9.
The investigation remains active.
Anyone with additional information is urged to contact the Spotsylvania County Sheriff’s Office.
PRINCE GEORGE’S COUNTY, Md. — Authorities are investigating a deadly shooting that occurred at the MGM National Harbor Hotel and Casino, leaving one man dead and another injured. Prince George’s County Police confirmed the fatality in a statement released on social media.
According to investigators, two adult men were struck by gunfire during the incident.
One victim was pronounced dead as a result of his injuries.
The second victim sustained a non-life-threatening injury after a bullet grazed him and was treated at the scene or a nearby medical facility.
Police stated that the suspect fled the location immediately after the shooting and remains at large.
At this time, officials have not released information regarding what led up to the incident. However, investigators emphasized that preliminary findings suggest the shooting was not a random act of violence.
The investigation remains active, and authorities have not yet disclosed the identities of the victims or provided a suspect description.
Anyone with information related to the incident is urged to contact Prince George’s County Police as the search for the shooter continues.