Late Friday night, two police officers in Virginia tragically lost their lives during a routine traffic stop, as confirmed by local authorities.

The Virginia Beach Police Department shared the heartbreaking news in a statement on social media on Saturday morning.

“At this moment, we cannot disclose many details as the investigation is ongoing,” the police department stated. “We do want to reassure the community that there is no continuing threat.”

According to reports from CBS News affiliate WTKR, the tragic event occurred just before midnight. Further information was not available immediately, and a police spokesperson has not yet responded to CBS News’ inquiry.

The police have requested community members to be patient as they continue the investigation and take time to “mourn the loss of their colleagues.”

Virginia Beach Representative Jen Kiggans expressed her condolences via a post on social media, acknowledging the collective grief felt across the community for the fallen officers.

“While we await additional details, please join me in keeping their families and the Virginia Beach Police Department in your prayers,” Kiggans stated. “May justice be served swiftly for those accountable.”

A press conference with police officials and city leaders is set to take place at 2:30 p.m. Eastern time later today.