News Flash

***Update***
On Sunday, February 24, 2019 at approximately 8:55 p.m., Roanoke County
Police responded to a disturbance with weapon call in the 6000 block of Carefree Lane. Upon arrival at that location, officers discovered a male subject had been shot and was pronounced dead at the scene by Roanoke County Fire & Rescue.

Through further investigation it was determined that the deceased subject, identified as Frankie E. Cordova, 27, of Roanoke, had attempted a robbery at the residence. The victim of the robbery was able to fire his own weapon, killing the suspect. No charges have been placed at this time.

This case is still under investigation and no further information will be released at this time. Anyone with information regarding this incident is asked to call Roanoke County Police at 540-562-3265.

***Original***
On Sunday 2/24/2019 at approximately 855pm, officers responded to a disturbance with weapon call in the 6000 block of Carefree Ln. Upon arrival at that location, officers discovered a male subject had been shot. The shooting incident is isolated and contained. There is no danger and no threat to the public. Police are interviewing witnesses and pocessing the scene.

An updated release will be sent when more details are obtained and more information becomes available.

Roanoke County police appreciate your patience and understanding. Anyone with information regarding this incident is asked to call non-emergency dispatch at 540-562-3265.

Det. R. Finney is the primary investigating detective handling this incident.