Conflict leads to death of Christiansburg man

On November 9, 2024 at 4:28 p.m., deputies with the Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office responded to an arson call in the 3800 block of Stanley Road in Montgomery County.

The caller said that a man had set their apartment on fire.

When officers arrived, the suspect fled into the woods. Officers pursued the suspect, who brandished a chainsaw, claimed to have a firearm and threatened to shoot the officers.

During the altercation, the person was shot by officers.

43-year-old Joshua W. Gallimore of Christiansburg was pronounced dead at the scene. No deputies were injured in this incident.

Our office has requested that the investigation into this incident be turned over to the Virginia State Police. All inquiries will be directed to them. No further information is currently available.