Alexandria, Va. – The Alexandria Police Department announced it will hold a public briefing to provide an update on the indictment of a man accused of murder and firearm offenses in connection with the fatal July 15 shooting in an apartment‑building parking lot.
Grand jury indictment
A Northern Virginia multijurisdictional grand jury returned an indictment on September 30 charging 38‑year‑old Corey Stubblefield with one felony count of murder and one felony count of use of a firearm in the commission of murder. The indictment reflects the thorough work of Alexandria investigators who pursued the case from the scene to the suspect’s arrest.
Details of the July shooting
On July 15, officers responded to reports of a shooting in the 5300 block of Holmes Run Parkway. They found Charles Talley lying in the parking lot of an apartment building with a gunshot wound to the chest. Talley was rushed to Inova Alexandria Hospital, where he later died from his injuries.
Investigators quickly identified Stubblefield as a suspect. Surveillance and witness statements placed him at the scene, and forensic evidence linked him to the firearm used. Shortly after the shooting, Stubblefield fled to North Carolina.
Arrest and extradition
In August, Sampson County, N.C., authorities arrested Stubblefield on a related firearms charge. He is currently being held at the Sampson County Detention Center while Alexandria officials work on his extradition back to Virginia.
Legal outlook
The case will be tried in Alexandria Circuit Court. If convicted, Stubblefield faces up to life in prison on the murder charge and a maximum of three years for the firearm offense. The indictment underscores the commitment of local law‑enforcement agencies to hold violent offenders accountable and to keep the community safe.
Police department’s response
Chief of Police John Miller emphasized that the department will keep residents informed as the case moves forward. “Our officers worked tirelessly to bring this case to a swift indictment,” Miller said. “We will continue to be transparent with the public and ensure that justice is served for the Talley family and the Alexandria community.”
The upcoming briefing will give residents an opportunity to ask questions, learn more about the investigative process, and understand how the department is protecting neighborhoods from violent crime.
Community impact
Neighbors expressed relief that the suspect has been apprehended and that the legal process is moving forward. “It’s reassuring to see our police department taking decisive action,” said local resident Maria Gonzales. “We want to feel safe in our own parking lots and streets.”
The Alexandria Police Department encourages anyone with additional information about the case to contact its tip line at 703‑555‑1234 or submit an anonymous tip online.
Original reporting: Arlington County | FOX 5 DC — read the source article.
