Man Wanted for Halifax Homicide Turns Himself In

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A man wanted in connection with a homicide in Halifax County, Virginia has turned himself in to police. Lucas Markee Witcher surrendered at the Blue Ridge Regional Jail on Wednesday afternoon, two days after a fatal shooting in the northern part of the county.

Why it matters

Homicides are rare in Halifax County, a rural area south of Roanoke, making this an unusual and concerning incident for the local community. Witcher's decision to turn himself in may indicate he is cooperating with the investigation.

The details

According to the Halifax County Sheriff's Office, deputies responded to a shooting call early Sunday morning and found an adult male victim suffering from gunshot wounds. The victim was airlifted to a hospital but later died from his injuries. Witcher has now been charged with second-degree murder, use of a firearm in a felony, and possession of a firearm by a convicted felon.

• The incident occurred on Sunday at 2 am.
• Witcher turned himself in on Wednesday at 2 pm.

What’s next

Witcher is being held without bond as the investigation continues. The sheriff's office is asking anyone with more information about the incident to come forward.