Double Shooting in Norfolk Prompts School Dismissal Delay
Norfolk Police responded to a double shooting in the 6800 block of Sewells Point Road, where two males sustained gunshot wounds. The incident caused a delayed school dismissal at Norview Middle School.
Norfolk Portsmouth Newport News, VA, October 7, 2026 — Norfolk Police are investigating a double shooting incident that occurred in the 6800 block of Sewells Point Road. The Norfolk Police Department confirmed that officers responded to the scene and found two males who had sustained gunshot wounds.
The specific circumstances surrounding the shooting, including the timeline of events and the identities of the victims, have not been fully detailed by authorities. Information regarding the condition of the two males after sustaining their injuries was also not immediately available.
As a direct result of the proximity of the incident, school dismissal procedures were affected at Norview Middle School. The school experienced a delayed dismissal for its students. The exact duration of the delay or the specific reasons necessitating it, beyond the ongoing police response to the shooting, were not provided. It remains unclear if the delay was a precautionary measure or due to police activity in the immediate vicinity impacting traffic or access.
The Norfolk Police Department has not released further information regarding any suspects or ongoing investigative leads. Details such as the time of the shooting and the sequence of events leading to the discovery of the injured individuals are expected to be part of their ongoing investigation. The contractor’s name was not provided. The fine amount was not provided.
Authorities are urging anyone with information related to the incident to come forward and assist with the investigation. Further updates are anticipated as more details become available from the Norfolk Police Department.
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