Chase Feaster, Alonzo Goffney Obituary, Death: Third Virginia mass shooting victim identified; fourth suspect now charged.

Chase Feaster, Alonzo Goffney Obituary, Death   – Authorities have officially identified the third victim in the April 8 mass shooting that shook a Spotsylvania County neighborhood. Sincere Devon Fitz, a 19-year-old resident of the county, was named Monday as the third individual killed during the violent incident that unfolded in the Olde Greenwich Circle area. Fitz joins 18-year-olds Chase Feaster and Alonzo Goffney, also from Spotsylvania County, as the confirmed fatalities in what law enforcement officials describe as a chaotic and deadly exchange of gunfire.

In total, six people were shot during the incident, including the three who were killed and three others who sustained serious injuries. Investigators believe the violence stemmed from an illegal gun transaction that escalated into a robbery and ultimately led to the mass shooting.

In the latest development in the case, the Spotsylvania County Sheriff’s Office reported that a 16-year-old suspect, who was previously hospitalized due to a gunshot wound sustained during the gun battle, has been released from medical care. The teen has now been transferred to the Rappahannock Juvenile Detention Center, where he is being held without bond.

This teenager is one of four suspects accused in the shooting. All four are now in custody, and each faces multiple serious charges, including malicious wounding, unlawful assembly, and use of a firearm in the commission of a felony. The sheriff’s office has identified only one of the suspects by name: 18-year-old Jeremiah Upson. The other three suspects are juveniles—two aged 16 and 17, respectively—and their identities have not been disclosed due to their age.

According to the timeline released by law enforcement, deputies received a call reporting a shooting at approximately 5:30 p.m. on April 8. Upon arrival at the Olde Greenwich Circle neighborhood, officers encountered a chaotic scene with multiple individuals suffering from gunshot wounds. Emergency personnel quickly moved to provide medical assistance and secure the area, while investigators began gathering evidence and statements from witnesses.

WJLA reporter Lianna Golden, who was on the scene, shared eyewitness accounts indicating that the shooting was extremely intense and frightening. Some witnesses described hearing what sounded like “machine gun fire,” while others reported seeing young men walking casually through the neighborhood with firearms visibly in hand. These vivid accounts paint a picture of a terrifying moment for residents, many of whom were forced to shelter in place until authorities declared the area safe.

The investigation into the shooting revealed that the suspects and victims had gathered in the neighborhood for a gun deal that was not legal. Authorities believe that the transaction turned into an attempted robbery, which quickly spiraled into a shootout. The specific details of how the confrontation began and escalated are still under review as detectives continue to interview those involved and analyze evidence collected from the scene.

The Spotsylvania County Sheriff’s Office emphasized that although all suspects are currently in custody, the investigation remains active and ongoing. They are working diligently to uncover all circumstances surrounding the shooting, including how the firearms were obtained and whether additional individuals may have played a role in planning or facilitating the illegal activity.

In response to the tragic event, the Spotsylvania community has come together in mourning. Schools in the area, particularly those attended by the victims and suspects, have offered grief counseling and support services to students, faculty, and families affected by the incident. The violent nature of the shooting and the young ages of those involved have sparked renewed discussions about youth violence, illegal gun access, and community safety.

Officials are urging anyone who may have additional information about the shooting to come forward and assist with the investigation. Tips can be shared anonymously by calling the Spotsylvania County Sheriff’s Office at either 800-928-5822 or 540-582-5822. Online tips can also be submitted through www.p3tips.com or www.spotsylvaniacrimesolvers.org.

As the community grapples with the aftermath of the April 8 tragedy, authorities remain focused on holding those responsible accountable while piecing together a full understanding of the events that led to the deadly exchange of gunfire. The case stands as a sobering reminder of the deadly consequences that can stem from illegal weapons and youth involvement in violent crime.