Crime & Safety
Fatal Shooting Overnight Near Dumfries: Police
Few details released. Man pronounced dead at the scene, according to Prince William County Police.

DUMFRIES, VA. — A man found suffering from a gunshot wound died a short time later at the scene early Tuesday, according to the Prince William County Police.
Shortly after 1 a.m., officers responded to reports of a shooting at an apartment community in the 3100 block of Chesapeake Drive, just off Route 1 near the Dumfries Walmart.
Officers found the victim, who was pronounced dead at the scene.
Additional information will be released, according to a police statement.
Anyone with information can contact Prince William County Crime Solvers at 1-866-411-TIPS.
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