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Staunton: Shots fired on West Beverley, suspect charged with attempted murder

Crystal Graham
Wilfredo Emmanuel Vazquez-Velazquez
Wilfredo Emmanuel Vazquez-Velazquez

Updated Tuesday, 6:06 p.m.

A Staunton man responsible for the shooting today in Staunton faces charges for attempted murder for shooting into an occupied building as well as possession of drugs and a firearm, according to the Staunton Police Department.

Wilfredo Emmanuel Vazquez-Velazquez, 33, of Staunton, was arrested and has been charged with attempted murder in the second degree, use of a firearm in the commission of a felony, shoot into an occupied dwelling, two counts of discharging a firearm from a motor vehicle, two counts of brandishing a firearm, shooting a firearm in a public place, possession of a schedule I/II drug, and possession of a firearm while in possession of a schedule I/II drug.

The incident took place in the 1700 block of West Beverley Street. There were no injuries.

Vazquez-Velazquez is being held without bond at Middle River Regional Jail.

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Original story posted Tuesday, 5:07 p.m.

Staunton started off the month of October with a bang with shots fired near the Salvation Army location around 1:30 p.m. today.

The Staunton Police Department responded to the call in the 1700 block of West Beverley Street.

One suspect was identified and taken into custody. The suspect’s name was not released by police.

There were no reports of injuries.

There is no further threat to the community, according to the SPD.

Investigators are on location and processing the scene.

The investigation is ongoing.

Anyone with information relating to this case is asked to call the Staunton Police Department at (540) 332-3842.

 




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A 1999 graduate of Virginia Tech, Crystal Graham has worked for 25 years as a reporter and editor for several Virginia publications, written a book, and garnered more than a dozen Virginia Press Association awards for writing and graphic design. She was the co-host of "Viewpoints," a weekly TV news show, and co-host of "Virginia Tonight," a nightly TV news show, both broadcast on PBS. Her work on "Virginia Tonight" earned her a national Telly award for excellence in television. You can reach her at [email protected]. Support AFP by signing up for our newsletter and/or powering our work with a one-time or monthly contribution.

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