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Law Enforcement Responds to Reports of Gunshots Near Railroad Park

3/27/2024

On the evening of Saturday, March 23rd, Victoria Police Department received a report of gunshots in the vicinity of Railroad Park. Victoria Police Department with the assistance of Kenbridge Police Department and Lunenburg Sheriff’s Office were on scene within minutes of being dispatched to the call.  Upon arrival and after a check of the area, no firearms were found.  Further investigation, with help from the other law enforcement agencies and citizens, led to a suspect being identified.  An arrest was made, without incident, in the case and the firearm was turned over to Victoria Police Department.  Investigation of the incident indicates that the shots were fired into the air and were not directed towards anyone or anything.  Victoria Police Department is very appreciative of the assistance of the other law enforcement agencies in the county and citizens in bringing this case to a close.