HAMPTON, Va. - Hampton Police is looking to identify any suspects involved in a shooting that left a teenager injured.
Authorities received a call at approximately 9:34 p.m. in reference to a shooting that had occurred in the first block of Independence Drive on October 1, 2022.
Officers located a 17-year-old Hampton man suffering from a gunshot wound when they arrived at the scene. He was transported to a local hospital by Hampton Fire and Rescue to be treated for a non-life-threatening injury and then released.
Investigations revealed that the victim was an occupant in a vehicle. As that vehicle traveled northbound on Independence Drive, an unknown suspect(s) began discharging a firearm towards the vehicle. The victim was struck as a result.
Three unoccupied vehicles and two residences were also struck as a result of the gunfire.
No additional injuries reported.
Anyone with information that will assist police is 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 $1000.00.
