Four officers were injured in a shooting on Homestead Drive in Gretna, Pittsylvania County. A large police response, including helicopters and multiple agencies, is underway.
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Four officers were reportedly injured in a shooting incident in Gretna, Pittsylvania County, on Wednesday. According to sources, someone fired shots through a house on Homestead Drive. Officials said none of the injuries are believed to be life-threatening, according to Southside News Today.
A large police response is underway, with helicopters deployed to assist. Multiple agencies are on the spot, including the Pittsylvania County Sheriff’s Office, Campbell County Sheriff’s Office, Amherst County Sheriff, Danville Police Department, Virginia State Troopers, Gretna Fire and Rescue, Hurt Fire Department, US Marshals, and a Centra medical helicopter, WDBJ 7 reported.
Early reports suggest that the suspect is barricaded. Meanwhile, Congressman John McGuire offered his condolences. In a post on X, he wrote, “My thoughts and prayers are with the deputies who were shot in Pittsylvania County, as well as their families. We are closely following the situation and keeping everyone affected in our hearts during this difficult time.”
My thoughts and prayers are with the deputies who were shot in Pittsylvania County, as well as their families. We are closely following the situation and keeping everyone affected in our hearts during this difficult time.https://t.co/oJqpWeG1yc
— Congressman John McGuire (@RepJohnMcGuire) August 14, 2025