The Hampton Police Division is seeking the public’s assistance in identifying the suspect in connection to a shooting that occurred on June 16, 2024.
At approximately 11:05 p.m., Public Safety Communications received a call in reference to shooting in the 600 block of Bell Street. While officers were arriving on scene, Sentara Careplex reported a walk-in gunshot victim suffering from non-life-threating injuries. Officers responded to the Careplex and made contact with the adult male victim, who was suffering from multiple gunshot wounds. The victim was transported to a different local hospital by members of the Hampton Division of Fire and Rescue to be treated for his injuries.
The preliminary investigation has revealed that the victim and suspect were engaged in a verbal argument. After words were exchanged the suspect shot towards the victim, striking the victim multiple times.
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 that will 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. If a Crime Line tip results in an arrest, the caller may be eligible for a cash reward of up to $1500.00.