The shooting early this morning on Deacon Road is now a homicide investigation.

At 12:23 a.m. deputies responded to a shooting in the 100 block of Deacon Road. Deputies located a 33-year-old male from King George at the scene with several gunshot wounds. The deputies began first aid and the victim was transported to the hospital with life-threatening injuries. Unfortunately, the victim succumbed to his injuries earlier this morning.

As a result of the investigation, detectives have identified Darren Jamal Newman, 29, of Westmoreland County as the suspect. Newman is currently wanted for second degree murder, use of a firearm in the commission of a felony and possession of a firearm by a convicted felon.

Anyone with information on Newman’s location is asked to contact the Stafford County Sheriff’s Office at 540-658-4400 or 911. Newman should be considered armed and dangerous. His photo is attached to this release. The dark colored sedan involved in the homicide has been located.

Thank you to the deputies and Fire and Rescue personnel for their work to try and save the victim. Please keep the victim’s family in your thoughts and prayers. The victim’s name is not being released at this time.