Fredericksburg, VA – A jury convicted a man on seven felony counts after a 2024 shooting involving multiple law enforcement officers prompted a multi-agency response.
According to a press release from the Office of the Commonwealth’s Attorney, Lawrence Dale Toler II was found guilty April 7 in Fredericksburg Circuit Court following a jury trial held April 6–7. The convictions include attempted murder, multiple firearm-related felonies involving law enforcement officers, assault of an officer, and felony eluding.
Prosecutors said the charges stem from a November 2, 2024 incident in Spotsylvania County, where six law enforcement officers attempted to arrest Toler in the 3024 block of Plank Road near the Fredericksburg border. Authorities allege Toler attempted to flee in a vehicle before exiting and firing a handgun at officers. Two officers were struck in the head, though both were protected by ballistic gear.
According to investigators, multiple officers returned fire, preventing further injuries. The Virginia State Police led the investigation and later recovered a firearm and a collapsible Kel-Tec rifle from Toler’s vehicle.
In a separate bench trial, Toler was also convicted of possession of a firearm by a convicted felon, bringing the total to seven felony convictions.
Officials said the coordinated response by local and state law enforcement prevented Toler from escaping the scene, which was located near a busy commercial area.
Sentencing is scheduled for June 26 in Fredericksburg Circuit Court.
The case highlights ongoing risks faced by officers during arrest operations, particularly in high-traffic corridors frequently used by commuters and delivery drivers.
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