VICTIM IDENTIFIED IN CRIMORA STATION LANE SHOOTING

“59-Year-Old Tony Edward Dooms Confirmed Dead; Sheriff Assures No Ongoing Threat to Community”

CRIMORA, VA — Augusta County Sheriff Donald L. Smith has identified the man killed in a Tuesday morning shooting as 59-year-old Tony Edward Dooms, a resident of Crimora. The investigation into the circumstances surrounding his death began after deputies were called to a residential street in the early hours of April 14, 2026.

The Incident: Tuesday, April 14, 2026

The shooting occurred in a quiet residential area of Augusta County.

• The 911 Call: At approximately 1:08 AM, the Augusta County Emergency Operations Center received a call reporting that an individual had been shot.

• The Scene: Deputies arrived at a location on Crimora Station Lane within minutes. Upon entry, they located an adult male—later identified as Tony Dooms—who was already deceased.

• Initial Findings: The victim was pronounced dead at the scene by emergency medical personnel. Forensic units remained at the property throughout Tuesday morning to process ballistics and physical evidence.

Investigation & Safety Status

The Augusta County Sheriff’s Office (ACSO) is currently treating the death as a homicide investigation.

• Public Safety: In a statement released Tuesday, Sheriff Smith emphasized that the shooting appears to be an isolated incident. “At this time, there is no known threat to the community,” Smith said.

• Suspect Information: As of Wednesday morning, April 15, no information regarding potential suspects or motives has been released. It is unclear if anyone was taken into custody at the scene or if a search for a specific individual is underway.

• Evidence Recovery: Detectives have been seen canvassing the neighborhood for surveillance footage and interviewing residents who may have heard the discharge of a firearm during the 1:00 AM hour.

Community Impact

Crimora, a small unincorporated community in the Shenandoah Valley, has seen a heavy law enforcement presence since the incident. Neighbors expressed shock at the violence, describing the area around Crimora Station Lane as typically peaceful.

Call for Information

The Augusta County Sheriff’s Office is urging anyone with information about the shooting or the events leading up to it to come forward.

• Contact ACSO: (540) 245-5333

• Anonymous Tips: Crime Stoppers of Central Virginia

Current Status: Active Homicide Investigation. Tony Dooms’ body has been transported to the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner for an official autopsy to confirm the cause and manner of death.

If you or someone you know has been affected by a violent tragedy, support resources are available through the Victim-Witness Assistance Program or the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline.