Stafford County, VA – Ashlynn Blair, a 32-year-old woman from Virginia, was arrested on Friday after she called 911 to report that she “thinks” she shot her ex-boyfriend during a domestic dispute. Blair then met law enforcement officers in the parking lot of a Giant grocery store, where she was taken into custody.
The 911 Call and Arrest
The Stafford County Sheriff’s Office reported that Blair called 911 at approximately 12:40 p.m. on Friday, stating that she “thinks” she shot her 31-year-old ex-boyfriend. Blair explained to the dispatcher that she believed the shooting had occurred at his home, and she then gave the police her location.
Blair waited for deputies in the parking lot of the Giant grocery store. When law enforcement arrived, they took her into custody without incident. Blair was allegedly in possession of a firearm at the time of her arrest.
Discovery at the Ex-Boyfriend’s Home
While deputies detained Blair in the parking lot, other officers responded to the ex-boyfriend’s residence. Upon arrival, they discovered the 31-year-old man, who has not been publicly identified, and declared him dead at the scene. The sheriff’s office confirmed that the shooting appeared to be the result of a domestic situation.
Charges and Legal Proceedings
Blair was charged with second-degree murder and using a firearm while committing a felony. She was booked into the Rappahannock Regional Jail and is being held without bond. Her next court date is scheduled for September 10, 2025.
Investigation and Community Impact
The case is still under investigation, with authorities working to determine the exact circumstances leading to the fatal shooting. The Stafford County Sheriff’s Office has not released additional details regarding the nature of the domestic dispute between Blair and her ex-boyfriend.
The community remains shaken by the tragic incident, and more details are expected to be revealed as the investigation progresses.
