FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
January 20, 2025
CPD Investigating Shooting on Prospect Ave
CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA - On January 19th, 2026, at approximately 7:30PM, CPD responded to the 700 block of Prospect Ave for the report of a shooting.
Upon arrival, officers located a 17-year-old male Charlottesville resident suffering from a gunshot wound. He was transported to the University of Virginia Medical Center, where he is being treated for non-life-threatening injuries.
It is believed that multiple suspects who may have been involved in the incident fled the area in a silver or light-colored SUV.
This remains an ongoing investigation. Anyone with information related to this incident is encouraged to contact Crime Stoppers at (434) 977-4000.
Media Contact
Kyle Ervin
Public Safety Information Officer
City of Charlottesville
(434) 326-3043
ervinkl@charlottesville.gov