Gunfire Report on Former V.I. Campus in Bristol, Virginia
In a distressing start to the weekend, a shooting occurred at the former Virginia Intermont College (V.I.) campus in Bristol, Virginia, early Friday morning. The Bristol Virginia Police Department is currently investigating the incident.
Early Morning Tragedy
The city was jolted awake with the news of the gunfire on the old college grounds. Police responded promptly to calls reporting gunshots at around 6 a.m., discovering a male victim on the campus who had been shot in his lower abdomen. The wounded individual was rapidly airlifted to Johnson City Medical Center for immediate treatment.
Search for Persons of Interest
Three individuals were allegedly seen leaving the V.I. campus around the time of the shooting. The descriptions given thus far depict the trio as “two white males and one light skinned black male.” They remain unlocated and are considered persons of interest in the crime.
The local law enforcement is urging members of the community with any information about the incident or the potential identities of the persons of interest to come forward and assist in the ongoing investigation.
Former Campus Turns Crime Scene
The former Virginia Intermont College campus has been vacant since the institution’s closure in 2014. What was once an institution that nurtured learning and growth, became the scene of a crime early Friday morning. This event has shocked the community, particularly those with long-standing ties to the institution.
An urgent appeal for information and witnesses continues as the authorities are working tirelessly to piece together the events that led to this violent incident. It is currently unclear the purpose of the victim’s presence on the deserted campus at such an early hour.
Community Safety is a Priority
As the investigation is ongoing, law enforcement officials are reassuring the local community of their endeavor to ensure their safety and security. They also urge the public to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activities or information that could assist their ongoing inquiries.
The Virginia Police Department is determined to solve this case while offering any necessary support to the residents of Bristol. A spokesperson for the Department urges residents to remember that “In times of crisis, our strength is demonstrated not only by our actions as law enforcement, but also in how our community unites to stand against violence.”
