Fredericksburg shooting: Multiple injured in Olde Greenwich area near Spotsylvania County

Three people were dead in a mass shooting incident in the Olde Greenwich area of Fredericksburg, located near Spotsylvania County, Virginia.

Updated on: Apr 9, 2025, 05:11:20 IST

By Vaishnavi Vaidyanathan

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UPDATE: A mass shooting in Fredericksburg, Virginia, has left three people dead, the Spotsylvania County Sheriff's Office told ABC 7 in a statement. Officers responded to Olde Greenwich Circle shortly after 5:30 p.m. following multiple reports of gunshots. In addition to the fatalities, three others were injured. The identities and ages of the victims have not been released. Authorities are actively searching for the suspect and have urged the public to avoid the area.

A shooting incident occurred in the Olde Greenwich area of Fredericksburg, near Spotsylvania County, Virginia. (UnSplash)

ORIGINAL STORY: A shooting occurred in the Olde Greenwich area of Fredericksburg, near Spotsylvania County, Virginia, on Tuesday. Authorities have not confirmed whether it is an active shooter situation. A shelter-in-place order has been issued for local residents. According to Scanner Radio reports, seven people have been shot, with two confirmed dead. Authorities are yet to provide further details.

This is a breaking news story and will be updated with more information

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Vaishnavi Vaidyanathan
Vaishnavi Vaidyanathan leads the US Desk at Hindustan Times, where she writes, strategises coverage, and ensures quality across all beats. With eight years of experience covering US news for leading publications, she has reported extensively on politics, entertainment, and sports. Vaishnavi holds a graduate degree in English, Journalism, and Psychology, and completed her PG Diploma in Broadcast Journalism from the Manorama School of Communication, where she was awarded the prestigious Mammen Mappillai Award for Best Outgoing Student. She began her career at the International Business Times (US Edition), covering US breaking news, politics, and entertainment. She later joined Opoyi, reporting across all beats, including US sports and trending stories. Prior to Hindustan Times, she served as World Lead at Times Now News, covering comprehensive world news and events. Vaishnavi has expertise in politics, entertainment, and breaking news, and enjoys tackling stories across a wide range of topics. Beyond the newsroom, she is an avid traveller, a foodie who loves exploring new restaurants, and a pop culture enthusiast who enjoys watching latest shows and films. She also enjoys engaging in debates and discussions on Reddit.Read More

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