A rumored shooting in the early morning hours on Saturday was confirmed by the Spotsylvania Sheriff’s Office this afternoon.
In a press release, Captain Charles Carey says that at approximately 3:00 AM on Saturday, May 3rd, a call was received for a residential burglary in progress that included the resident discharging a firearm.
Deputies responded to the area near McKenzie Lane to discover two individuals suffering from gunshot wounds. A third individual juvenile was also present, but unharmed.
Michael Bosworth, Jr., age 18, was transported to a local hospital for treatment but passed away due to his injuries. The second injured individual, a juvenile, was treated for minor injuries and released.
No charges are being filed at this time.
Captain Charles Carey tells hyperbole that the investigation is ongoing and the press release is the extent of the information being released at this time.
This story is developing and will be updated with additional details as they become available.
