Covington Police Respond to Shooting Incident

Authorities say it is an isolated incident with no ongoing public safety threat

Published on Feb. 11, 2026

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The Covington Division of Police is currently investigating a reported shooting that occurred around 6:54 PM on February 11, 2026 in the 200 block of E. Holly Street. Officers and the Alleghany Sheriff's Office are on the scene, and preliminary investigation indicates this is an isolated incident with no ongoing threat to public safety.

Why it matters

Shootings are a serious public safety concern, and the community will be relieved to learn this appears to be an isolated incident. The police response and investigation will help provide answers and reassurance to local residents.

The details

According to authorities, officers responded to a call about a shooting in the 200 block of E. Holly Street around 6:54 PM. The Covington Division of Police and Alleghany Sheriff's Office are currently on the scene conducting an investigation into the incident.

  • The shooting occurred around 6:54 PM on February 11, 2026.

The players

Covington Division of Police

The local police department in Covington, Virginia that is leading the investigation into the shooting incident.

Alleghany Sheriff's Office

The county sheriff's office that is assisting the Covington police with the investigation.

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What’s next

Authorities are asking anyone with information related to this incident to contact the Covington Division of Police at 540-965-6333 or email policeinfo@covington.va.us.

The takeaway

While any shooting incident is concerning, the quick police response and indication that this was an isolated event should provide some reassurance to the Covington community. The ongoing investigation will aim to determine the full details and circumstances surrounding this incident.