FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: September 11, 2024
Lynchburg Police Department Responds to Shooting Incident on Park Avenue
LYNCHBURG, VA – At approximately 7:40 PM this evening, the Lynchburg Police Department (LPD) was alerted to a report of shots fired in the 1500 block of Park Avenue. Upon arrival, officers discovered that one individual had sustained a gunshot wound to the arm. The victim, who was subsequently transported to Lynchburg General Hospital, is receiving treatment for non-life-threatening injuries.
Preliminary investigations indicate that the shots were fired from a black sedan.
The Lynchburg Police Department is actively investigating the circumstances surrounding this shooting and is seeking any information that may assist in resolving this case. Anyone with relevant information is encouraged to contact Crime Stoppers at (888) 798-5900. Tips can also be submitted anonymously online at http://p3tips.com, or via the P3 app on your mobile device. To receive a link to our anonymous tip form via text, text CVCS to 738477. Msg frequency varies. Msg & data rates may apply.