In the town of Altavista, Virginia, a domestic dispute culminated in the tragic death of 51-year-old Todd Lee Barksdale on November 18, 2016. A white male, Todd was fatally shot at a residence on Main Street. The Altavista Police Department, in conjunction with the Campbell County Sheriff's Office, responded to a call about the shooting and found him deceased at the scene from a gunshot wound.
The investigation swiftly pointed to his wife, Kimberly Mayhew Barksdale, who was 48 at the
time, as the primary suspect. Authorities confirmed that the incident was domestic in nature. At the time of the shooting, the couple was not living together, and Todd was visiting Kimberly's home when the fatal event occurred. They shared two children.
Kimberly Barksdale was arrested and initially charged with second-degree murder. She was held at the Blue Ridge Regional Jail without bond. The case proceeded to trial, where the charge was elevated. Kimberly Barksdale was ultimately found guilty of first-degree murder and the use of a firearm in the commission of a felony. In January 2020, she received a sentence of life in prison plus an additional three years.
Todd Lee Barksdale was remembered by his loved ones for his passion for the outdoors, which included bow hunting, fishing, and beekeeping. His funeral service was held at Penuel Baptist Church, where he was a member, and he was laid to rest in the church cemetery. The case left a lasting impact on the community, highlighting the devastating consequences of domestic violence.
