Chesterfield, VA — A frightening case of road rage left one man injured Friday evening after gunfire erupted on a busy stretch of Chesterfield’s Hull Street Road. Police say they are now searching for the suspect vehicle involved in the shooting.
The incident happened near the intersection of Hull Street Road and Courthouse Road, an area often congested with commuters. According to Chesterfield Police, a confrontation between two drivers escalated quickly, leading one suspect to open fire before speeding away.
Victim Rushed to Hospital
Officers arrived within minutes and found a man suffering from a gunshot wound inside his vehicle. Emergency crews provided immediate aid before transporting him to the hospital. Authorities confirmed that his injuries are serious but not life-threatening, and he is expected to recover.
“This kind of violence has no place on our roads,” a police spokesperson said. “We are working around the clock to identify the suspect and bring them to justice.”
Hunt for Suspect Vehicle
Investigators say the suspect was driving a dark-colored sedan, possibly a late-model Nissan or Toyota, which was last seen heading westbound on Hull Street Road shortly after the shooting. Detectives are reviewing surveillance video from traffic cameras and nearby businesses in hopes of tracking the car’s movements.
Police are urging anyone who may have been in the area or has dashcam footage to come forward. Tips can be shared directly with Chesterfield Police or submitted anonymously through Crime Solvers.
Community Reaction
News of the shooting has unsettled residents who travel Hull Street Road daily. Many say the incident underscores growing concerns about aggressive driving and violent road rage confrontations in the region.
“It’s scary,” one driver told reporters. “You think you’re just going home from work, and suddenly someone’s pulling a gun. It’s not something you ever expect.”
Ongoing Investigation
Chesterfield Police are asking the public to remain alert and report any sightings of the suspect vehicle. “This suspect’s reckless actions endangered everyone on the road that evening,” police said in a statement. “We won’t stop until this individual is located.”
The victim, whose identity has not been released, remains hospitalized and is expected to recover.
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