ALDIE, Va. A fatal shooting in Aldie, Virginia, on Tuesday, September 22, 2026, led to a major police response and a multistate search after the suspected shooter left the area.
Loudoun County Sheriff’s Office deputies were called shortly after noon to the 24000 block of Quimby Oaks Place following a report of a shooting. Deputies arriving at the residence found a woman dead inside.
The incident initially triggered an active search for a suspect, with residents in the surrounding area advised to avoid the scene while investigators worked to locate the person believed to be responsible.
Lisa Bradford Identified as Victim
The woman killed in the Aldie shooting was identified by authorities as Lisa Bradford, 54.
The Loudoun County Sheriff’s Office said the circumstances appeared to be domestic in nature. Investigators continued working to establish the events that led to the shooting and Bradford’s death.
The police response extended around Quimby Oaks Place and Sheffield Forest Drive as officers searched for the suspect.
Roger Bradford Arrested in Pennsylvania
Authorities identified the suspect as Roger Bradford, 60, of Aldie.
According to the Loudoun County Sheriff’s Office, Bradford left the area following the shooting. The search subsequently expanded across state lines, with assistance from Maryland State Police and the Frederick County Sheriff’s Office.
Bradford was located in Bedford, Pennsylvania, where he was taken into custody at approximately 3:15 p.m.
He faces charges of first-degree murder and use of a firearm in the commission of a felony. He remained in Pennsylvania custody pending extradition to Virginia.
Search Ends After Arrest
The early stages of the investigation involved a significant law-enforcement presence in the Aldie area as officers attempted to locate Bradford.
Once authorities confirmed his arrest in Pennsylvania, the immediate search for the suspect ended and officials said there was no longer a public threat connected to the incident.
Investigators are continuing to examine the circumstances surrounding the shooting.
The Loudoun County Sheriff’s Office provides public crime information and daily incident reports, although the agency notes that its daily reports are not comprehensive records of every incident handled by the department.
Aldie Shooting Details
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Incident | Fatal shooting |
| Date | September 22, 2026 |
| Location | 24000 block of Quimby Oaks Place, Aldie, Virginia |
| Victim | Lisa Bradford, 54 |
| Suspect | Roger Bradford, 60 |
| Nature of incident | Authorities described it as domestic in nature |
| Arrest location | Bedford, Pennsylvania |
| Arrest time | Approximately 3:15 p.m. |
| Charges | First-degree murder; use of a firearm in the commission of a felony |
| Custody status | Pennsylvania custody pending extradition |
| Public threat | Authorities said there was no longer a public threat after the arrest |
| Investigation | Ongoing |
What Happens Next
With Bradford in custody, investigators are expected to continue gathering evidence and documenting the circumstances surrounding Lisa Bradford’s death.
The case will proceed through the court system following Bradford’s extradition to Virginia. Further information may become available as authorities release additional details.
Disclaimer
The charges against Roger Bradford are allegations and do not establish guilt. He is presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty in court. This article is based on information attributed to law enforcement concerning the September 22, 2026, shooting in Aldie, Virginia. The investigation and legal proceedings remain ongoing.