NORFOLK, Va. — The Norfolk Police Department says they are still actively investigating the homicide of 33-year-old Ali Muhammad and that no arrests have been made at this time.
Police say just after 10:30 p.m., on Thursday, June 29, officers were called to the 9600 block of 1st Bay Street. According to police, Muhammad, who had been shot, died at the scene.
Ali Muhammad is the son of well-known community activist Bilal Muhammad.
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Bilal told News 3 on Friday that a celebration of life service will be held on Monday, July 10.
"This is the day that is hurting us so badly," Bilal said, "But we’re not going to slow down. We’re going to move forward. We would like to say to the community that we would like for someone to help us."
Bilal Muhammed believes there must have been witnesses and he's hopeful someone will come forward.
One week ago, the family held a rally on 1st Bay Street, the site of Ali's death.
Anyone with information about the incident is encouraged to contact the Norfolk Crime Line at 1-888-LOCK-U-UP or submit a tip through the P3Tips mobile app. Callers can remain anonymous.
