WESTMORELAND COUNTY, Va. — A homicide investigation is underway after a Fredericksburg man was killed in rural Westmoreland County on Saturday, according to authorities.
Deputies were called for a report of a shooting in the 4300 block of Neenah Road near Windy and Pierce lanes in Montross around 2:35 a.m., officials with the Westmoreland County Sheriff's Office said.
The victim, identified as Habibullah Ataie of Fredericksburg, was found with a gunshot wound and pronounced dead near the scene.
Investigators worked throughout the day collecting evidence.
Sheriff C.O. Balderson said they are working on suspect information and do not believe the killing is domestic-related.
"This was an isolated incident, and there is no threat to the community," officials said.
Deputies said their investigation remains ongoing.
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