Accomack Co. Sheriffs Investigating Shooting at Royal Farms in New Church

NEW CHURCH, Va. – The Accomack County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a shooting that occurred in the early hours of Sunday morning.

Sheriff W. Todd Wessells says that deputies were dispatched at 1:23 a.m. on Mar. 1 to the Royal Farms in New Church for a report of a large crowd fighting in the parking lot. While deputies were enroute, the call was elevated to shots fired. Assistance was requested from the Pocomoke City Police Department, Worcester County Sheriff’s Office, and Virginia State Police.

Upon arrival, deputies were advised that the involved individuals had left the area after a firearm had been discharged inside the business. A preliminary investigation revealed that multiple physical altercations occurred both inside and outside of the Royal Farms. During the incidents, several individuals were observed possessing and displaying firearms. No injuries were reported.

Deputies are currently reviewing CCTV footage and conducting interviews with witnesses. Sheriff Wessells says the department has already identified multiple juveniles and adults involved in the fights. The investigation remains ongoing.