ROANOE, Va. – 4:45 p.m. UPDATE:
RPD announced that 26-year-old Sincere Elijah Hardy has been arrested and charged with second-degree murder in connection with the Roanoke shooting that left a woman dead on Sunday.
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The victim was identified as 56-year-old Kimberly Sue Lee.
“The swift and coordinated efforts of our staff, combined with the invaluable support of our community through calls and investigative cooperation, led to the successful apprehension of the suspect. Mrs. Lee was a well-known presence along Orange Avenue, and I extend my heartfelt condolences to her family, friends, and all who knew her.”
Roanoke Police Chief Scott Booth
2:40 p.m. UPDATE:
A man has been located and taken into custody in connection with this incident, Roanoke Police Department said.
Authorities said they will release more information once the suspect is formally identified and charged.
ORIGINAL STORY:
A woman is dead after a shooting incident in Roanoke on Sunday, Roanoke Police Department said.
RPD said they responded to the 1600 block of Burrell Street NW after receiving reports of a shooting. Upon arrival, they found a woman with gunshot wounds outside a convenience store. Unfortunately, she died at the scene.
Authorities said there is now anongoing investigation, and there is a heavy police presence as of 11:10 a.m.
If you have any information regarding this incident, please contact the Roanoke Police Department at 540-344-8500.