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Lynchburg Police Department Responds to Shooting Incident

(UPDATE 2) FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: May 6, 2025

New and Upgraded Charges in the September 30, 2024, Shooting Deaths of Two Lynchburg Residents

Lynchburg Va. – The suspect identified as Nathaniel Pridemore, 33 of Lynchburg, in the shooting death of Cash Gaudio, 19, of Lynchburg, faces one upgraded and one new charge.

Aggravated Murder (Code of Virginia § 18.2-31) (Upgraded)
Shooting in Committing or Attempting a Felony (Code of Virginia § 18.2-53)

Pridemore also faces the following charges in relation to the shooting death of Christina Hamilton, 36, of Lynchburg.

Aggravated Murder (Code of Virginia § 18.2-31)
Use or Display of Firearm in Committing Felony (Code of Virginia § 18.2-53.1)
Discharging Firearms or Missiles Within or at Building or Dwelling House (Code of Virginia § 18.2-279)
Shooting in Committing or Attempting a Felony (Code of Virginia § 18.2-53)

Pridemore remains in custody without bond, pending trial.

Anyone who may have information about this incident is encouraged to contact Detective Bond (434) 455-6161 or Crime Stoppers at (888) 798-5900. Enter an anonymous tip online at http://p3tips.com, use the P3 app on a mobile device or Text CVCS to 738477 to receive a link to our anonymous tip form. Msg frequency varies. Msg & data rates may apply. Text HELP for help and STOP to cancel. P3 Terms and Privacy Policy.

This is an active and ongoing investigation, and any additional information will be released as an update to this news release.

 
 
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: September 30, 2024
 
Lynchburg Police Department Responds to Shooting Incident
 
Lynchburg, Va. – The suspect identified as Nathaniel Lee Pridemore, 33, of Lynchburg, is in custody and has been charged in connection with the shooting death of Cash Gaudio, 19, of Lynchburg, on Fairlea Court. Pridemore was transported to the Blue Ridge Regional Jail, where he is being held without bond on the following charges:
 
  • 2nd Degree Murder
  • Use of a Firearm
  • Felony Child Endangerment
  • Discharge of a Firearm in the City
  • Discharge of a Firearm into an Occupied Vehicle
  • Reckless Handling
  • Convicted Felon in Possession of a Firearm
As the investigation into this incident unfolded, it was determined that a welfare check at Pridemore’s residence was necessary. Upon conducting the welfare check in the 1400 block of Tunbridge Road, an adult female was found deceased.
 
There is no ongoing threat to the community at this time, and the LPD is not seeking any additional persons of interest.
 
The child involved in the incident is safe and will soon be reunited with family.
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: September 30, 2024
 
Lynchburg Police Department Responds to Shooting Incident
 
Lynchburg, VA – At approximately 3:45 PM today, the Lynchburg Police Department and Lynchburg Fire Department responded to a report of a shooting in the 100 block of Fairlea Court. One adult male was transported to Lynchburg General Hospital, where he later succumbed to his injuries. A person of interest has been detained. There is no active threat to the public.
 
Anyone who may have information about this incident is encouraged to contact Detective Bond (434) 455-6161 or Crime Stoppers at (888) 798-5900. Enter an anonymous tip online at http://p3tips.com or use the P3 app on a mobile device.
 
This is an active and ongoing investigation, and any additional information will be released as an update to this news release.
 
The Lynchburg Police Department would like to extend gratitude to the Bedford County Sheriff’s Office for their assistance.

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