Homicide Suspect in Custody (Update)

Mr. Jamel D. Flint has been taken into custody in Roanoke Virginia without incident. We would like to thank the community for their assistance along with the Blacksburg Rescue Squad, Virginia Tech Police Department, Virginia Tech Rescue Squad, Christiansburg Police Department, Virginia State Police, Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office, the New River Valley 911 Center, the FBI and the US Marshals Service who took Mr. Flint into custody. This was truly a group effort to restore safety and security to the Blacksburg community.

Though Mr. Flint is in custody this continues to be an ongoing investigation and anyone with information is encouraged to contact the Blacksburg Police Department at (540) 443-1400. You can remain anonymous by calling the Blacksburg Police Tip Line at (540) 961-1819 or by emailing ciu@blacksburg.gov

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The Blacksburg Police Department has obtained six felony warrants for 24 year old Jamel D. Flint of Roanoke, Virginia. These include; Murder in the First Degree for the homicide of 18 year old Isiah O. Robinson of Roanoke, Virginia four counts of Attempted Murder in the First Degree, and one count of Use of a Firearm while committing or attempting to commit Murder for the remaining four victims.

At this time Mr. Flint is still at large and is considered armed and dangerous. If you are aware of the whereabouts of Mr. Flint you are encouraged to use caution and contact your local authorities or the Blacksburg Police Department at (540) 443-1400. You can remain anonymous by calling the Blacksburg Police Tip Line at (540) 961-1819 or by emailing ciu@blacksburg.gov.

Jamel Duquon Flint
Height – 6’04”
Weight – 172lbs
Hair – Black
Eyes – Brown