Hampton Police say two men exchanged gunfire during a confrontation Tuesday evening that left both suffering life-threatening injuries.
The shooting happened around 7:25 p.m. on May 19 in the 100 block of Lassiter Drive, according to the Hampton Police Division.
Officers responding to the scene found two adult men with gunshot wounds. Both were taken to a local hospital by Hampton Fire and Rescue crews for emergency treatment.
In an update released after additional investigation, detectives said the two men were involved in a verbal argument that escalated into a physical fight. Police say both individuals then pulled out firearms and fired shots, striking each other.
Investigators have not released the identities of the men, and no charges or arrests have been announced at this time.
The neighborhood around Lassiter Drive is a residential area in Hampton where violent incidents are relatively uncommon, leaving nearby residents concerned as investigators worked the scene Tuesday night.
Police said the investigation remains active and ongoing, and there are no additional updates available at this time.
Anyone with information related to the shooting is encouraged to contact the Hampton Police Division at 757-727-6111 or submit an anonymous tip through Crime Line at 1-888-LOCK-U-UP or online through P3Tips.com.