NEWPORT NEWS, Va. — Police are investigating after a man was shot and killed in Newport News on Wednesday night.
The Newport News Police Department said around 10:30 p.m., officers were called to the 7300 block of River Road, not far from the James River Bridge. They arrived to find 33-year-old Jonathan Powell suffering from an apparent gunshot wound. Powell was pronounced dead at the scene.
Police said detectives are canvassing the area and that forensics are gathering evidence on-scene. There's no word at this time on what may have led to the shooting or if any suspects have been identified.
The shooting remains under investigation. If you have any information that may help detectives, you're asked to call the Crime Line at 1-888-562-5887. You can also submit a tip online at P3Tips.com and can remain anonymous.
