Culpeper man arrested after Aug. 21 shooting on James Madison Hwy
Police say bullets struck multiple vehicles after an altercation; no injuries were reported and a firearm is still sought.
On Friday, August 21, 2026 at approximately 9:47 PM Culpeper Police responded to reports of gunfire in the 500 block of James Madison after a motorist said a bullet struck their car; officers observed a shattered window and a bullet hole in the door frame. Using Flock license plate readers, video and eyewitness statements, detectives determined the shooting stemmed from a physical altercation on Highview Ct and charged Tyrek Xavier Smith, 19, of Culpeper, with 2 counts of felony malicious shooting, 2 counts of felony malicious shooting into an occupied vehicle, 1 count of misdemeanor concealed weapon violation, 2 counts of misdemeanor reckless handling of a firearm, and 2 counts of misdemeanor shooting across a roadway. Investigators say no one was injured, the firearm has not been recovered, and anyone with information should contact Det. Grimes at (540)829-5506 or [email protected], or submit anonymous tips to Culpeper Crime Solvers at 540-727-0300 or online at culpeperpd.org.