
A dark-skinned black man in his early 20s allegedly tried to rob two men in Norfolk, but the robbery attempt ended in one of the victims being shot.
The incident happened outside of Tropical Delights on Indian River Road around 1am. The dark-skinned man approached two men leaving the establishment and demanded their belongings. The men were not willing to part with their things, and in the ensuing struggle the perpetrator shot one of the men.
Police were called when shots were fired, but when they arrived there were people gathered but no victims. Eventually the victim who was shot was found by Norfolk police in a vehicle and taken to the hospital for treatment. His wounds were not serious.
The suspect had fled the scene and Norfolk police are still searching for him. He is described as a heavily built black male, early 20s, approximately 5’8” tall. He was wearing a white t-shirt with design, jeans, and had dreadlocks.
Police are seeking information about the incident, and ask anyone who can provide details to contact the Virginia Beach Crime Solvers Office at 1-888-LOCK-U-UP. Police assure that anybody who provides information will remain anonymous, and they can also receive a cash award if their information leads to an arrest.
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