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Arrest Made in York County Shooting Incident
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Authorities in York County, Virginia, have announced the arrest of a fourth person in connection to a shooting incident that occurred on January 6. The incident took place in the area of Penniman and Low Ridge roads, resulting in one person being hospitalized with non-life-threatening injuries.
The Latest Arrest
The York Poquoson Sheriff’s Office (YPSO) revealed that Malcolm Phillips was taken into custody and booked into Newport News City Jail on Friday. Phillips, along with three others – Nicole Loudin of York County, O’Shea Anderson, and Ja-Kema Franklin of Newport News – are facing charges related to the shooting.
Suspects Wanted
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Following the shooting, the Sheriff’s Office used social media to share information about the suspects involved in the incident. One of the individuals mistakenly named as a suspect was Raymond Copeland, a Virginia Beach man. However, it was later determined that Copeland was not involved in the shooting.
Case of Mistaken Identity
A spokesperson for YPSO clarified that Copeland was initially identified as a suspect based on information provided by the victim, who had been shot. However, further investigation revealed that it was a case of mistaken identity. Copeland’s stolen wallet was found in a vehicle linked to the case, leading to the false allegations against him.
Clearing His Name
In an interview with local news, Copeland expressed the impact of being wrongly accused, stating that he was escorted off his job and missed work while working to clear his name. The YPSO advised him to file a police report with the Newport News Police Department regarding the alleged theft of his wallet.
Overall, the recent arrest in connection to the York County shooting sheds light on the complexities of criminal investigations and highlights the importance of thorough and accurate information gathering before making accusations.
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