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Truck driver arrested after fatal road rage shooting in Virginia

A Florida truck driver was apprehended in connection with a road rage shooting that resulted in the death of another trucker in Virginia.

What happened: Tony Ray Williams, age 55, was detained on February 13 in Florida after authorities accused him of Second Degree Murder.

  • The incident occurred late on January 31 along I-295 in Henrico County, Virginia.
  • Massachusetts-based driver Silvio Sobrinho, aged 58, was found deceased in his cab from gunshot wounds.

The confrontation: Sobrinho was struck by Williams’ truck, causing him to lose control and crash against a guardrail. Afterward, Williams allegedly fired multiple shots into Sobrinho's cab.

A passing motorist on I-295 noticed Sobrinho's situation, contacted the police, and a trooper attempted resuscitation efforts that unfortunately failed.

Investigation ongoing: Virginia State Police are still probing the details and are requesting anyone with information to come forward.

The trucking community feels the weight of this incident as they continue to uphold their crucial role in the supply chain. The timing of the legal proceedings remains to be seen as authorities piece together the case.

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