The young man who ran Senator Jim Webb’s office in the southwest part of the state was found dead this morning:
Authorities in Botetourt County this morning discovered the body of a well-known Democratic operative and U.S. Senate aide along U.S. 220, dead from an apparent gunshot wound.
The body of Frederick W. Hutchins Jr., 26, of Roanoke was found shortly after 7 a.m. along southbound U.S. 220 by a Botetourt County deputy who had stopped to check on a vehicle parked on the highway’s shoulder, according to the sheriff’s office.
Also reporting the story is WDBJ7 in Roanoke. The Senator issued the following statement:
I am terribly saddened by the tragic and sudden death of Fred Hutchins, who diligently managed our Roanoke Senate office. Freddie was one of the most honorable and friendly individuals I have had the pleasure of knowing. He was a mainstay in the Roanoke community and a friend to all who knew him. My condolences go out to his mother, Karen, and the rest of his family and friends. He will be greatly missed.
indescribably sad
Posted by Alice | Tuesday, July 29, 2008, 5:17 pmMy grandparents lived near him and knew him. Heartbreaking.
Posted by silence dogood | Tuesday, July 29, 2008, 5:24 pmI knew Freddie and he was just as kind and nice as anyone on this planet. Just a plain all around nice guy.
A very sad day, very sad indeed.
Posted by Newport News Dem | Tuesday, July 29, 2008, 6:15 pmHe sounded like a great guy.
My thoughts are prayers are will his family, friends and co-workers.
Posted by proudvadem | Tuesday, July 29, 2008, 6:46 pm*thoughts and prayers
Posted by proudvadem | Tuesday, July 29, 2008, 6:46 pmFred stands out as a remarkable young talent. Thoughts and prayers are with his family, friends and those he touched.
Posted by Adisa Muse | Tuesday, July 29, 2008, 6:59 pmAt first glance, it looks like suicide. Tragic.
Posted by Anon E. Mouse | Wednesday, July 30, 2008, 7:17 am