Greensville County, Va. — A Greensville County sheriff’s deputy suffered a gunshot wound Thursday morning after responding to a domestic disturbance on Fiddlers Road, where an armed man later died inside the home following an exchange of gunfire with deputies, according to the Greensville County Sheriff’s Office.
The shooting unfolded around 5:16 a.m. May 14 after deputies responded to a reported domestic incident at the residence. Investigators said the suspect briefly left the property before returning while deputies remained on scene. Outside the home, the man pulled out a handgun and exchanged shots with deputies before retreating back inside the residence.
The wounded deputy was transported to VCU Medical Center and remained in stable condition Thursday, Sheriff W.T. Jarratt Jr.’s office said. A 10-year-old child inside the home was not injured.
Gunfire Erupts After Suspect Returns to Scene
According to the sheriff’s office, deputies heard another gunshot after the suspect went back into the house. Law enforcement officers later entered the residence and found the man dead inside.
Officials have not released the identities of the deputy or the deceased man. Authorities also have not said how many deputies fired their weapons during the confrontation.
The Virginia State Police Bureau of Criminal Investigation Chesapeake Field Office will lead the investigation into the officer-involved shooting at the request of the Greensville County Sheriff’s Office.
The sheriff’s office said deputies involved in the shooting have been placed on administrative leave, a standard procedure following officer-involved shootings in Virginia.
Key Points
• Greensville County deputy shot during domestic disturbance response on Fiddlers Road
• Armed suspect died after exchanging gunfire with deputies and retreating inside home
• A 10-year-old child inside the residence escaped injury
Child Inside Home Escapes Injury
The presence of a child inside the home added another layer of urgency to the early morning standoff. Authorities confirmed the 10-year-old was not physically harmed during the shooting.
Investigators have not released additional details about the domestic incident that prompted the initial 911 call or whether anyone else was inside the residence when deputies arrived.
The shooting remains under active investigation by Virginia State Police detectives assigned to the Chesapeake Field Office. State investigators typically examine evidence, interview witnesses, and determine the sequence of events in officer-involved shootings before presenting findings to prosecutors.
Sheriff Jarratt’s office acknowledged the toll of the incident in its public statement, offering “prayers for all involved in this tragic incident” and extending condolences to the suspect’s family.
State Police Leading Investigation
Officer-involved shootings in Virginia routinely trigger independent investigations by Virginia State Police or another outside agency to review the actions of responding officers.
Thursday’s shooting closed part of the area around Fiddlers Road for several hours as investigators processed the scene and collected evidence.
No criminal charges or additional findings have been announced as of Thursday afternoon. Authorities have not said when more information, including the identity of the deceased suspect, may be released.
The injured deputy continues receiving treatment at VCU Medical Center, while the Virginia State Police investigation into the shooting remains ongoing.
