The Alexandria Police Department (APD) is investigating a sudden death on East Reed Avenue in the Lynhaven neighborhood.
East Reed Avenue was still closed as of 4 p.m. While scanner traffic indicated police were dispatched to a report that a 21-year-old man was shot, Alexandria Police spokesman Marcel Bassett said police could not currently confirm the cause of death.
“We’re investigating a sudden death,” Bassett said. “We’re looking at all aspects of this case.”
Notification:: There is a moderate police presence in the unit block of East Reed Avenue. This is in response to a sudden death, expect police activity and possible road closures in the area. pic.twitter.com/JEz4t7q8hB
— Alexandria Police (@AlexandriaVAPD) February 17, 2023
James Cullum and Vernon Miles contributed to this story
