Chesterfield County Police Department

The Chesterfield County Police Department is currently involved in an investigation following a shooting incident that occurred near Virginia State University's Quad Annexes. The incident, which took place early on a Saturday morning, resulted in five individuals sustaining gunshot wounds and led to an hours-long campus lockdown. Both campus police and Chesterfield County police are actively working to understand the circumstances surrounding the shooting, which involved multiple suspects. Officers from the Chesterfield County Police Department were among the first responders who discovered the victims. The department's involvement highlights their role in public safety and law enforcement within the broader region, including assisting in investigations at nearby educational institutions. This event underscores the ongoing need for police presence and investigative capabilities in addressing violent incidents.