YORK COUNTY, Va. (WAVY) – York-Poquoson Sheriff’s Office is investigating a shooting that happened in Yorktown on Wednesday afternoon.
On March 1, deputies responded to the 200 block of Cybernetics Way in reference to a shooting.
When deputies arrived they found a man suffering from a gunshot wound. The man was transported to a local hospital.
YPSO says they have one man in custody and there is no immediate threat to the public at this time.
32-year-old Newport News resident Stephen James Wheeler was charged with one count each of possession of a firearm by a violent felon, aggravated malicious wounding, and use of a firearm in the commission of a felony.
No further information at this time.
If you were in the area and saw anything suspicious within the last hour, please call the crime line at 1-888-LOCK-U-UP or our tip line at 757-890-4999 or you can use the P3 Tips app.
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