Crime
33-year-old Nathaniel Pridemore charged in Lynchburg shooting death of 19-year-old Cash Gaudio
Upon conducting the welfare check, an adult female was found deceased.

Lynchburg, Va. – The suspect identified as Nathaniel Lee Pridemore, 33, of Lynchburg, is in custody and has been charged in connection with the shooting death of Cash Gaudio, 19, of Lynchburg, on Fairlea Court.
Pridemore was transported to the Blue Ridge Regional Jail, where he is being held without bond on the following charges:
- 2nd Degree Murder
- Use of a Firearm
- Felony Child Endangerment
- Discharge of a Firearm in the City
- Discharge of a Firearm into an Occupied Vehicle
- Reckless Handling
- Convicted Felon in Possession of a Firearm
As the investigation into this incident unfolded, it was determined that a welfare check at Pridemore’s residence was necessary.
Upon conducting the welfare check in the 1400 block of Tunbridge Road, an adult female was found deceased.
There is no ongoing threat to the community at this time, and the LPD is not seeking any additional persons of interest.
The child involved in the incident is safe and will soon be reunited with family.
ORIGINAL REPORT:
At approximately 3:45 PM today, the Lynchburg Police Department and Lynchburg Fire Department responded to a report of a shooting in the 100 block of Fairlea Court.
One adult male was transported to Lynchburg General Hospital, where he later succumbed to his injuries. A person of interest has been detained.
There is no active threat to the public.
Anyone who may have information about this incident is encouraged to contact Detective Bond (434) 455-6161 or Crime Stoppers at (888) 798-5900. Enter an anonymous tip online at http://p3tips.com or use the P3 app on a mobile device.
This is an active and ongoing investigation, and any additional information will be released as an update to this news release.
Crime
Suspect in custody after shooting at Meridian Mall

MERIDIAN TOWNSHIP, Mich. – Authorities have confirmed that a suspect is in custody following a shooting incident at the Meridian Mall on Friday afternoon.
As a result, the lockdown at the mall has been lifted.
The Meridian Township Police Department issued a public advisory just before 2:00 p.m., urging residents and shoppers to avoid the area near the Dick’s Sporting Goods entrance while officers conducted an active investigation at the scene.
At this time, police have not released specific details regarding the nature of the shooting, including whether anyone was injured or the circumstances surrounding the suspect’s arrest.
Law enforcement officials continue to investigate the incident and are expected to provide additional information as it becomes available.
The public is asked to remain clear of the immediate area to allow for the ongoing investigation.