Danville Police responded to a medical emergency in the 500 block of Gay Street this evening.
At approximately 8:56 pm this evening, Danville Police were called to the 500 block of Gay Street for a medical emergency. Upon arrival, they discovered a deceased female suffering from an apparent wound. The victim will be identified once the family has been notified. The victim’s body will be taken to the Medical Examiner’s Office in Roanoke for an autopsy. The investigation is ongoing.
This is the first homicide in the City of Danville this year.
Anyone with information about this incident is encouraged to contact Danville Crimestoppers at (434) 793-0000, or via our crime tips line on your computer at crimetips@ci.danville.va.us. Information given will remain confidential.
Citizens who contact Crimestoppers by telephone may be eligible for a cash reward of up to $1,000.00.