Charlottesville Police Department (CPD) is actively seeking a suspect involved in a shooting incident that occurred on Saturday, September 12, 2026, in the Downtown Mall area. The incident took place around 1:53 a.m. in the 300 block of East Main Street, where officers responded to reports of gunshots fired during a large disturbance. According to the police announcement, no injuries were reported among the public or bystanders; however, several nearby businesses sustained property damage as a result of the event. Investigators recovered seven 9mm cartridges near a CVS store located at 300 East Main Street, confirming the use of firearms during the altercation. Surveillance video obtained by detectives captures the suspect moving in and out of camera view within the mall. The footage shows the individual displaying a firearm before concealing it. The suspect is then seen walking backward westbound on the Mall, pointing the firearm eastbound, and firing shots near the CVS location. Following the discharge of weapons, the suspect turned and ran south toward Water Street. The suspect is described as wearing a black hoodie with white writing on the front, light blue jeans, and white sneakers. CPD is circulating these surveillance images and urging the public to assist in identifying the man. Authorities are asking anyone with information regarding the suspect's identity or location to come forward. The investigation remains ongoing as police work to locate the individual responsible for the shots fired incident. Residents and business owners in the Downtown Mall area are encouraged to review the provided images and report any potential sightings or relevant information to the Charlottesville Police Department immediately.