CRIME
The Danville Police Department announced the arrest of 25-year-old Marvin James Saunders, Jr. following a shooting that occurred at approximately 5:15 p.m. on Thursday, August 15. Saunders faces multiple charges, including attempted malicious wounding, use of a firearm in the commission of a felony, and reckless handling of a firearm.
The incident took place in the 200 block of N. Main Street during an altercation between Saunders and a 39-year-old male. Fortunately, no injuries were reported, although a vehicle sustained damage from the gunfire. Authorities confirmed that all individuals involved were known to one another, indicating that this was not a random act and that there is no ongoing threat to community safety.
Upon receiving reports of the shooting, police quickly responded to the scene. Officers later spotted Saunders driving a white Dodge pickup truck on N. Main Street. While attempting to apprehend him, one officer was involved in a traffic accident at the intersection of W. Thomas St. and N. Main St. Fortunately, the officer was not injured, but the two occupants of the other vehicle were transported to the hospital with non-life threatening injuries. This crash is currently under investigation.
Following the traffic accident, police conducted a stop on the vehicle driven by Saunders and arrested him. A firearm was seized during the arrest. He is currently being held in the Danville City Jail without bond.
The investigation into the shooting incident continues. Authorities are urging anyone with information to contact the Danville Police Department at 911, or through their patrol and investigations hotline at 434-799-6510 option 4 or 434-799-6508 option 3. Tips can also be submitted anonymously through Crime Stoppers at 434-793-0000, via social media, or by email at crimetips@danvilleva.gov.
Individuals providing information that leads to an arrest and conviction may be eligible for a cash reward.
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