Crime & Safety
Spotsylvania County, VA Shooting Oct. 20: Homes Hit, 2 Charged
Spotsylvania County, VA – Two young men have been arrested following a shooting in Spotsylvania County that reportedly damaged buildings and sent several individuals running from the scene Tuesday eve
By Miles Carter · 2026-10-21T19:02:14.077Z
Spotsylvania County, VA – Two young men have been arrested following a shooting in Spotsylvania County that reportedly damaged buildings and sent several individuals running from the scene Tuesday evening, Oct. 20.
According to the Spotsylvania Sheriff's Office , deputies responded around 5 p.m. to the 11700 block of Rustic View Lane after a caller reported hearing multiple gunshots and seeing several people fleeing the area.
Deputies Chase Suspects Following Gunfire
Numerous deputies arrived and established a perimeter around the area while searching for those allegedly involved.
Shortly afterward, deputies pursued two suspects on foot, apprehending one on Twin Springs Lane and the other on Ross Drive.
Detectives from the Sheriff's Office Criminal Investigations Division responded to process the scene.
Investigators recovered multiple shell casings, documented damage to buildings and seized a firearm from one of the suspects.
Authorities confirmed that no residents were injured during the incident.
Two Spotsylvania Men Face Multiple Charges
The Sheriff's Office identified the arrested individuals as Deandre Cunningham, 18, and Miyel Cauley, 19, both residents of Spotsylvania.
Each faces four charges:
Attempted malicious wounding Shooting at an occupied dwelling Reckless handling of a firearm Use of a firearm in the commission of a felony The charges are allegations, and both defendants are presumed innocent unless proven guilty in court.
Investigators Seek Additional Information
The Sheriff's Office credited responding deputies with quickly containing the scene and apprehending both suspects.
Investigators are asking anyone with information or video footage related to the shooting to contact the Sheriff's Office at 540 582 7115.
Anonymous tips can also be submitted through Crime Solvers at 1 800 928 5822 or online at www.p3tips.com .
Officials have not disclosed a possible motive for the shooting or whether additional suspects are being sought.
The investigation remains ongoing, and authorities encourage anyone with relevant information to come forward.