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Death investigation becomes case of murder in Hampton

Police officers said that someone shot and killed Edward Brown, Jr., 23. Hampton police found his body on Manchester Drive.

HAMPTON, Va. — Police were trying to find the person or people responsible for a deadly shooting that took place in Hampton.

Officers said they received a call about a man who was dead in the 200 block of Manchester Drive shortly before 6:30 a.m. When they got there, they found the body of 23-year-old Edward Brown, Jr. of Newport News.

Police said Brown had been hit by gunfire.

A neighbor told 13News Now there were three gunshots overnight, but it wasn't clear if those were connected to the Brown's murder.

Investigators were looking for information that could help track down Brown's killer(s) and determine the reason for the shooting.

Anyone who is able to help their investigation can call the Hampton Police Division at 757.727.6111 or Crime Line at 1.888.LOCK.U.UP. 

Tipsters also can send an anonymous tip by visiting the police division's secure tip form. 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 $1,000 

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