PORTSMOUTH — Four people were hurt in a violent early-morning incident on Virginia Avenue, Portsmouth police said Saturday. Officers responded about 2:49 a.m. to the 1100 block of Virginia Avenue after a report of a shooting. When they arrived, they found multiple victims with both gunshot and stab wounds.
What police have confirmed so far
According to the Portsmouth Police Department, officers located one person at the scene with a non-life-threatening stab wound and two people with non-life-threatening gunshot wounds. Police were later notified that a fourth injured person had left the scene and was being treated at a local hospital for a gunshot wound.
- No additional details about suspects, motive or the victims' identities have been released.
- Authorities described the investigation as active and asked the public to expect follow-up updates.
- Portsmouth police did not immediately report any arrests in connection with the incident.
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Time reported | About 2:49 a.m., July 18 |
| Location | 1100 block of Virginia Avenue, Portsmouth |
| Victims | Four injured: one stabbed (non-life-threatening), three shot (non-life-threatening) |
| Investigation status | Active |
The early hours of the morning can make neighborhoods feel particularly vulnerable when violence occurs. Local residents and people who travel Virginia Avenue regularly will likely want to know whether the incident was targeted or random, and what, if any, risk remains to the community. Police have not yet provided those details.
What residents should know
At this stage, the police are collecting information and following leads. Residents can help by:
- Contacting Portsmouth police with any information or footage from doorbell or traffic cameras in the area around the reported time.
- Avoiding the immediate scene if officers are still on-site and following any public safety advisories.
- Monitoring official Portsmouth Police Department channels and local media for verified updates.
News outlets will provide updates as the department releases more information. For continuing coverage and any new developments, check local reporting and official police statements.
This article is based on the initial information released by the Portsmouth Police Department and local reporting. The investigation is ongoing and details may change as authorities release more facts.
