Virginia Manhunt

Tuesday, 19 January 2010 21:07

Written by Aman Bansil

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Seven of the victims were killed in and around a home in Appomattox, about 75 miles southwest of Richmond, and the eighth was gunned down along a street, according to Tom Molinar of Virginia State Police.

The accused gunman was identified as Christopher Speight. Authorities think Speight was acting alone, Molinar said.

Local coverage from CNN affiliate WTVR

The motive for the shootings was not immediately known.

Police have established a perimeter around Appomattox, Molinar said, and think Speight remains within their search area. The manhunt includes police helicopters and K-9 units.