Daijiworld Media Network- Virginia

Virginia, Aug 14: A tense situation unfolded in southern Virginia on Wednesday after multiple law enforcement officers were shot in Pittsylvania County, according to US Congressman John McGuire.

McGuire, who represents Virginia’s 5th congressional district, confirmed the incident in a post on X, expressing his “thoughts and prayers” for the injured deputies and their families. “We are closely following the situation and keeping everyone affected in our hearts during this difficult time,” he wrote.

Visuals from the scene depicted a heavy presence of police and emergency response vehicles, underscoring the gravity of the incident.

Pittsylvania County lies along Virginia’s southern border with North Carolina, approximately 158 kilometres northwest of Raleigh. Further details on the condition of the officers or the circumstances leading to the shooting were awaited at the time of filing this report.