Christopher Serrano Obituary, Death – United Rentals Employee Killed in Manassas Workplace Shooting
The Manassas, Virginia, community is mourning the death of Christopher Serrano, a 33-year-old United Rentals employee who was killed in a workplace shooting on Wednesday, September 30, 2026.
Serrano was identified by Manassas police as one of two employees who died after a coworker allegedly opened fire at the United Rentals facility on Wellington Road. A third employee was also wounded and remained hospitalized in stable condition.
The shooting brought a sudden and devastating loss to Serrano’s family, coworkers, friends, and others who knew him.
What Happened at United Rentals
Police responded to the United Rentals facility at approximately 7:11 a.m. after receiving reports of a shooting. Officers arriving at the Wellington Road location found three employees suffering from gunshot wounds.
Serrano and 48-year-old Ricky Lamot were transported to medical facilities for treatment but later died from their injuries. Police said their next of kin had been notified.
Authorities identified 37-year-old Marvin Grant of Charlotte, North Carolina, as the suspected shooter. Grant was also employed at the facility.
According to investigators, an altercation reportedly occurred before Grant allegedly pulled out a handgun and shot three coworkers. Police have not established a motive, and the events leading up to the shooting remain under investigation.
Christopher Serrano Remembered
Information about Serrano’s personal life and background remains limited following the tragedy, but his death has left those who worked with him facing an unexpected loss.
For his coworkers at United Rentals, the facility became the location of a devastating incident that claimed the lives of two employees and injured another. Serrano’s family and loved ones are now grieving as investigators continue examining the circumstances surrounding his death.
The loss has also affected others connected to the workplace and the wider Manassas community.
Suspect Dies Following I-81 Pursuit
After the shooting, Grant reportedly left the United Rentals facility in a vehicle. Investigators used cellphone information to track his movements, and Virginia State Police later located the vehicle on Interstate 81 in Augusta County.
Troopers attempted to stop Grant, leading to a pursuit. He eventually stopped and a standoff with police followed.
Authorities said Grant suffered a self-inflicted gunshot wound during the incident. He was transported to a hospital, where he later died. Virginia State Police said no force was used by troopers during the standoff.
The investigation remains ongoing, with authorities continuing to examine the circumstances of the workplace shooting and what led to the confrontation.
Christopher Serrano’s death has left his family, friends, coworkers, and others mourning a life lost in a sudden act of violence. As investigators work to establish the full circumstances of the tragedy, those who knew Serrano are remembering him and supporting his loved ones during this difficult time.