HAMPTON, Va. — Hampton Police are investigating a shooting that left a 16-year-old boy injured Sunday night in the Buckroe area of the city.
Officers were called to the 300 block of Buckroe Avenue around 8:34 p.m. on May 17 after reports of a shooting, according to the Hampton Police Division.
When officers arrived, they found the teenage victim suffering from a gunshot wound. The victim was transported by Hampton Fire and Rescue to a local hospital with injuries that were not considered life-threatening.
Police later issued a correction clarifying the victim’s age after initially releasing incorrect information.
Investigators say the teen was walking along Buckroe Avenue when he was approached by a suspect. According to the preliminary investigation, the suspect then fired a gun, striking the victim, before fleeing the area prior to officers arriving.
Detectives with the Hampton Police Division’s Major Crimes Unit are leading the investigation. Authorities have not released information about a possible suspect or what may have led to the shooting.
The incident has raised concerns among residents in the Buckroe neighborhood, an area known for its mix of homes, local businesses, and beach traffic during warmer months. Police have not indicated whether the shooting was random or if the victim knew the suspect.
Anyone with information related to the shooting is encouraged to contact the Hampton Police Division at 757-727-6111 or the Crime Line at 1-888-LOCK-U-UP. Anonymous tips can also be submitted through P3Tips.com.