The Hampton Police Division is seeking the public’s assistance in identifying the suspect in connection with a homicide that occurred on December 29, 2024.
At approximately 12:39 a.m., Hampton Public Safety Communications received a call for a shooting at Stillwater Tavern located in the 500 block of Settlers Landing Road. Officers arrived on scene and located a 22-year-old male inside the business suffering from life-threatening gunshot wounds. The victim was transported to a local hospital by members of the Hampton Division of Fire and Rescue. The victim succumbed to his injuries while at the hospital.
The preliminary investigation revealed there was a verbal argument between the victim and suspect. After words were exchanged, the suspect began firing in the victim’s direction, subsequently striking the victim.
The motive and circumstances surrounding this incident remain under investigation by members of the Hampton Police Major Crimes Unit.
If you or anyone you know has information to assist police, they are encouraged to contact the Hampton Police Division at 757–727–6111 or the Crime Line at 1–888-LOCK-U-UP. Tipsters can also send an anonymous tip by visiting our secure tip form at P3Tips.com. Crime Line callers remain anonymous and never appear in court.