Summary
Former Virginia Lieutenant Governor Justin Fairfax killed his wife, Cerina Fairfax, and then himself in a murder-suicide at their home in Annandale, Virginia, according to police. The police said the wife was shot in the unfinished basement, and Fairfax then went upstairs and shot himself.
Key Facts
- Justin Fairfax was the former Lieutenant Governor of Virginia.
- The incident happened overnight at their home in Annandale, Virginia.
- Fairfax’s wife, Cerina Fairfax, was shot in the unfinished basement.
- After shooting his wife, Fairfax ran upstairs and shot himself.
- The police publicly confirmed the event during a news briefing.
- Fairfax was a member of the Democratic Party.
- Fairfax County Police Chief Kevin Davis shared the details with reporters.
