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Charlottesville: Man shot multiple times by acquaintance, required tourniquet

Chris Graham
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A 23-year-old is in serious condition at UVA Medical Center after being shot multiple times last night in Charlottesville.

At 8:54 p.m., Charlottesville Police Department officers responded to a report of a shooting outside of 108 Lankford Ave. Upon arrival, officers found the male victim.

Officers provided life-saving measures including applying a tourniquet to the victim.

The victim was transported to the hospital. He is currently in serious by state condition.

According to police, the investigation indicates the victim and suspect knew each other. There is no indication this is a random attack.

If anyone has information related to the incident, call Crime Stoppers Tip Line at (434) 977-4000 to submit an anonymous tip.

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Chris Graham

Chris Graham

Chris Graham is the founder and editor of Augusta Free Press. A 1994 alum of the University of Virginia, Chris is the author and co-author of seven books, including Poverty of Imagination, a memoir published in 2019. For his commentaries on news, sports and politics, go to his YouTube page, TikTok, BlueSky, or subscribe to Substack or his Street Knowledge podcast. Email Chris at [email protected].