Suspect At Large Following Shooting at Parksley Royal Farms

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PARKSLEY, Va. – The Accomack County Sheriff’s Office is looking for a man wanted in connection with a shooting at the Royal Farms located on Lankford Highway.

At 10:56 p.m. on Thursday, Apr. 2, deputies responded to a reported shooting at the Royal Farms in Parksley. Upon arrival, deputies learned that an armed robbery had occurred. The suspect entered the store while multiple individuals were inside, removed a firearm from a bag as he approached the counter, and fired a single round at a window. The suspect then demanded money from the cashier before fleeing the area on foot. No injuries were reported.

Deputies have identified 28-year-old Noah Christopher Lamphier of New Church as the primary suspect in this case. Warrants have been obtained for his arrest on charges of armed robbery, shooting in an occupied building, use of a firearm in the commission of a felony, and possession of a firearm by a violent felon. Lamphier was last known to be on foot on the east side of U.S. Route 13 in the Parksley area. He has multiple tattoos on his hands and chest. Authorities say he should be considered armed and dangerous.

Anyone with information regarding Lamphier’s whereabouts is urged to contact law enforcement immediately at (757) 787-1131 or (757) 824-5666. Tips may also be submitted online through the Sheriff’s Office website here.