What We Know Now
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Incident: On August 28, 2025, a shooting occurred on I‑85 northbound at the 5‑mile marker in Mecklenburg County. A Honda Civic veered off the road into a culvert; the driver, 20‑year‑old Hunter A. Bates (formerly of Colonial Heights), died at the scene. A female passenger was hospitalized and later released. WSETCBS 6 News Richmond WTVRhttps://www.wdbj7.com
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Suspect: Authorities identified 19‑year‑old Jason Allen Glidewell II, of Bracey, Virginia, as the suspect. He was wanted on charges of second‑degree murder and use of a firearm in the commission of a felony. WSETCBS 6 News Richmond WTVR+1https://www.12onyourside.com
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Manhunt: Glidewell was described as armed and dangerous. He was believed to be driving a silver 2007 Chevrolet Avalanche (Virginia plate TFN‑1004), possibly with damage to the driver’s side or front quarter panel. Law enforcement sought public assistance and released his description—about 5’7″, 160 lbs, white male with ties to Richmond/Henrico. CBS 6 News Richmond WTVR+1https://www.12onyourside.comAugusta Free Press
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Capture: On Wednesday, September 3, a tip from someone who knew him led to Glidewell’s surrender at the Meherrin River Regional Jail in Alberta, Virginia. He was taken into custody without incident with the assistance of the VSP, Brunswick County Sheriff’s Office, and Alberta Police. Glidewell is being held without bond and is scheduled to appear in Mecklenburg County General District Court Thursday morning. WSEThttps://www.wdbj7.comCBS 6 News Richmond WTVR
Summary Timeline
| Date | Event |
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| Aug 28, 2025 | Shooting occurs on I‑85; Hunter Bates killed; Glidewell identified as suspect. |
| Aug 29 – Sept 2 | Authorities issue “armed and dangerous” alert, seek public’s help to locate Glidewell. |
| Sept 3, 2025 | Glidewell turns himself in at Meherrin River Regional Jail. |
| Sept 4, 2025 | Confirmation that Glidewell is in custody; court appearance imminent. |
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