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Elkins Today
By the People, for the People
Randolph County Sheriff’s Office Searching for BB Gun Shooting Victims
Multiple reports of people being shot at with a BB gun in the Elkins area
Published on Feb. 22, 2026
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The Randolph County Sheriff’s Office is investigating multiple reports of people being shot with a BB gun in the Elkins, West Virginia area. According to a press release, deputies received reports on February 7th and 8th of a vehicle driving around and shooting at people with a BB gun. Investigators are now trying to identify potential victims from the incidents.
Why it matters
Shooting at people with a BB gun, even if not causing serious injury, is a criminal act that raises public safety concerns in the Elkins community. The sheriff’s office is seeking to identify victims and hold the perpetrator accountable.
The details
The Randolph County Sheriff’s Office says they received multiple reports on February 7th and 8th of a vehicle driving around the Elkins area and shooting at people with a BB gun. Investigators are now trying to establish the potential victims from these incidents.
- The reports were received by the sheriff’s office on February 7th and 8th, 2026.
The players
Randolph County Sheriff’s Office
The law enforcement agency investigating the BB gun shooting incidents in Elkins, West Virginia.
Deputy Schoonover
The deputy leading the investigation and asking the public to come forward with any information on potential victims.
What they’re saying
“If anyone has any information on possible victims to contact or leave a voicemail with Deputy Schoonover at 304-630-6227.”
— Deputy Schoonover (Press Release)
The takeaway
This case highlights the need for vigilance and public cooperation to address criminal acts that threaten community safety, even if they may seem minor. The sheriff’s office is relying on residents to come forward with any information that could help identify victims and the perpetrator.
