Man killed in i-64 shooting as virginia state police hunt for clues

Man killed in I-64 shooting as Virginia State Police hunt for clues

YORK COUNTY, Va. – Evening traffic along Interstate 64 turned deadly Wednesday when a 54-year-old Gloucester man was shot and killed while traveling eastbound between the 242- and 243-mile markers, according to Virginia State Police.

The gunfire erupted at about 5:57 p.m., halting commuters near the Humelsine Parkway-Marquis Center Parkway and Busch Gardens exits. Investigators said they are urgently seeking the public’s help in identifying a Honda CR-V seen in the area at the time of the shooting.

State police said they are asking anyone who witnessed unusual activity on or off the interstate before, during or after the incident to come forward. That includes drivers in both directions of I-64 as well as people nearby who may have heard gunshots.

Man killed in i-64 shooting as virginia state police hunt for clues
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The case is being handled by the Bureau of Criminal Investigation, which released a direct line and email address for tips: (804) 750-8789 or questions@vsp.virginia.gov.

While details remain scarce, investigators emphasized that the shooting appears to be an isolated incident and that there is no ongoing threat to motorists or the community.

The investigation is ongoing, and no suspects or motives have been announced.

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