Investigators Search Hampton Convenience Store Following Fatal Child Shooting
Investigators searched a convenience store in Hampton on Thursday following a fatal shooting of a child in the parking lot the previous night. The incident occurred near the 600 block of LaSalle Avenue.
Norfolk Portsmouth Newport News, VA, September 24, 2026 —
Investigators conducted a search at a convenience store in Hampton on Thursday, one day after a child died in a shooting that took place in the parking lot. The fatal incident occurred the previous night near the 600 block of LaSalle Avenue.
Details regarding the identity of the child, the circumstances of the shooting, and the specific convenience store being searched were not immediately available. Law enforcement presence was noted at the location on Thursday as the investigation continued. The nature of the search and what investigators were seeking were also not disclosed.
The shooting that led to the child’s death happened on Wednesday night. Authorities have not released further information about the sequence of events, potential suspects, or the exact cause of the shooting. The investigation is ongoing, with the search of the convenience store forming part of the efforts to gather evidence and understand the events that transpired.
The contractor’s name was not provided. The fine amount was not provided. Information about any permit status or inspection outcomes related to the convenience store was not part of the summary. The timeline of subsequent actions following the shooting, beyond the search on Thursday, has not been detailed.
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