Eagle Rock Man Arrested After Shooting Incident
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Fincastle, VA (Nov.15, 2023) - The Botetourt County Sheriff’s Office is conducting a shooting investigation. The incident occurred on Wednesday, November 15, 2023.
At approximately 9:45 p.m., deputies responded to the 500 block of Cabin Hallow Road, after Botetourt County Emergency Communications Center-911 received a call that a firearm had been discharged at a known acquaintance.
While enroute to the scene, a second call to 911 was received from the victim at the Dollar General in Fincastle. The victim stated he had been shot by his roommate.
Upon arrival at the Dollar General, deputies found the victim to be suffering from several gunshot wounds.
Upon arrival at Cabin Hallow Road, deputies encountered the suspect who was taken into custody.
The suspect has been identified as: Bruce Reese, (57) of Eagle Rock, Virginia.
Reece has been charged with Attempted Murder 2nd degree, Malicious Wounding, Shooting at Occupied Motor Vehicle, and Reckless Handling of Firearm. He is being held in the Botetourt-Craig Regional Jail without bond.
Botetourt County Department of Fire and EMS personnel transported the victim to Roanoke Memorial Hospital.
Preliminary investigation suggests that the two roommates engaged in an argument over rent during the time of the shooting.
Anyone who may have information pertaining to the case or who may have witnessed the incident is asked to contact Detective Bolton at 540-928-2252. | | | | | |
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