FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
January 30, 2024
CPD Responds to Shooting Near Carlton Ave
CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA - On January 29, 2024, at approximately 8:45 p.m., CPD officers responded to multiple calls for a shots fired report in the area of Bainbridge St. and Carlton Ave.
Upon arrival, multiple shell casings were located on the scene. The victim, a 42-year-old male resident of Albemarle County, was able to drive himself to the UVA Medical Center and is still receiving treatment for life-threatening gunshot wounds. Detectives and forensic technicians are currently investigating the incident.
At this time, we believe this to be an isolated and targeted incident.
If anyone has information or video footage relating to this incident, please call Crime Stoppers Tip Line at (434) 977-4000.
Media Contact
Kyle Ervin
Public Information Officer
City of Charlottesville
(434) 326-3043
ervinkl@charlottesville.gov