Death by Cop 2021-2025
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Shane Lawhorn
Gender : Male
Age : 43
Race : White
Date : 01/06/2025
Location : Unknown
City : Rockbridge
County : Rockbridge
State : Virginia
Agency : Virginia State Police (VSP)
Officer(s) :Not disclosed
Cause of Death : Gunshot
Event : Killed by police during attempted arrest
OPEN RECORDS SUMMARY :
Shane Lawhorn, 43, was found dead from a gunshot wound following a vehicle chase initiated by Virginia State Police in Rockbridge County. The incident began when Lawhorn reportedly fled a traffic stop. Police escalated a chase that ended when his vehicle became disabled, and police engaged him in a shootout between Lawhorn and law enforcement officers. Lawhorn was pronounced dead at the scene. Authorities have not disclosed whether the gunshot was self-inflicted or resulted from police gunfire. The incident is currently under investigation.
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Total Fatalities/Injuries: 1 fatality
SOURCE LINKS :
• https://www.wdbj7.com/2025/01/06/virginia-state-police-investigate-rockbridge-traffic-stop-death/
• https://www.wfxrtv.com/rockbridge-county/man-found-dead-by-gunshot-after-vehicle-chase-in-rockbridge-county/
