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Augusta County gunshot victim flown to UVA; police on the hunt for suspect

Crystal Graham

police augusta county sheriff deputy arrest A man was shot in the face in Augusta County tonight after an alleged road rage incident between two drivers.

The adult victim, whose identity has not been released, was flown from Riverheads Elementary School to UVA Medical Center in Charlottesville for treatment. His condition is currently unknown.

Deputies from the Augusta County Sheriff’s Office responded to the scene in the 3500 block of Lee Jackson Highway at 7:49 p.m. The address for the shooting is in the area of the Pilot Truck Stop in Greenville.

The ACSO is seeking the public’s assistance locating the suspect, who is believed to be in a dark-colored truck, possibly a diesel.

Deputies are currently canvassing Lee Jackson Highway for a vehicle matching the description or suspect.

“This is an ongoing investigation that appears to be an isolated incident; there is no current threat to our community,” said Augusta County Sheriff Donald L. Smith.

Anyone with information about this shooting is asked to contact Investigator Reid with the Augusta County Sheriff’s Office at (540) 245-5333 or Crime Stoppers at (800) 322-2017.

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Crystal Graham

Crystal Graham

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]

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