11 people have been arrested following a homicide in Martinsville. According to the Martinsville Police Department, officers responded to a large disturbance on August 12 in the 500 block of Forest Street.

Upon arrival, officers discovered that Crystal Galloway Jordan, 39, of Martinsville, had sustained multiple gunshot wounds. She was transported to SOVAH Martinsville Hospital, where she later succumbed to her injuries.

In the weeks following the homicide, Martinsville Police detectives gathered evidence and conducted numerous interviews. The investigation revealed that a large group of individuals had conspired to confront and fight a smaller group of Martinsville residents.

This group traveled to the 500 block of Forest Street and began assaulting local residents. During the altercation, firearms were brandished and discharged, ultimately resulting in Jordan’s death.

As a result of the investigation, nine residents of Danville and two residents of Henry County have been charged with malicious wounding by mob. All eleven have been arrested and are pictured below.

The investigation is ongoing, and more criminal charges are expected.