Crime
Massaponax High School Senior Michael Bosworth Jr Killed in Suspected Burglary Incident in Spotsylvania County
Spotsylvania County, Va. — An 18-year-old high school senior is dead and a juvenile injured following an early morning shooting during a suspected residential burglary in the River Club subdivision of Spotsylvania County.
At approximately 3:00 a.m. on Saturday, May 3, 2025, the Spotsylvania County Sheriff’s Office received a 911 call reporting a burglary in progress at a residence located in the 2700 block of McKenzie Lane.
The caller, a resident of the home, stated that someone had attempted to break into the house and that shots had been fired.
Deputies responded immediately and discovered three individuals involved in the incident. Michael Bosworth Jr., 18, was found suffering from a gunshot wound to the torso.
He was transported to a local hospital where he was later pronounced deceased. Bosworth was a senior at Massaponax High School, set to graduate later this month.
A second individual, identified as a juvenile, sustained a minor gunshot injury and was treated and released.
A third juvenile, who was also at the scene, was not injured.
Due to their ages, the names of the two juveniles have not been released.
According to preliminary findings, the three individuals were allegedly attempting to gain entry by force through the back door of the residence when they were confronted by the homeowner, who had exited the home to investigate.
During that confrontation, the homeowner fired shots, striking two of the individuals.
At this time, no charges have been filed against the homeowner or the three involved individuals. Capt. Charles Carey of the Spotsylvania County Sheriff’s Office stated that it is not yet known whether any of the three individuals were armed at the time of the incident.
The Sheriff’s Office emphasized that this remains an active and ongoing investigation as detectives work to determine the full circumstances surrounding the shooting.
In the aftermath of the tragedy, Massaponax High School Principal William Lancaster III issued a message to the school community, expressing condolences and offering support. “We are deeply saddened to share the news of Michael’s passing,” Lancaster said. “Our thoughts are with his family during this difficult time.”
Lancaster also informed families that school counselors and division support staff would be available when students return on Monday, and that prom will proceed as scheduled Saturday evening.
Resources to help students and families cope with grief have been made available through the school division’s website.
Anyone with information related to the incident is urged to contact the Spotsylvania County Sheriff’s Office.
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.