VIRGINIA BEACH, VA — One man is dead following a shooting in the 400 block of Osprey Street, prompting a large police response Thursday morning, authorities said.
Key Points
- One adult male victim was found with a gunshot wound on Osprey Street
- The man died from his injuries at the scene
- Virginia Beach Police are urging the public to avoid the area during the investigation
The Virginia Beach Police Department confirmed the fatal shooting via social media just after the incident occurred. Officers responded to the scene and discovered the adult male victim, who had already succumbed to his injuries.
“There is one victim – an adult male who has succumbed to his injuries,” police stated.
The area remains closed off as detectives continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding the shooting. No information about a suspect or motive has been released at this time.
Police have not disclosed the victim’s identity, pending notification of next of kin.
Officials are asking the public to steer clear of the 400 block of Osprey Street due to the ongoing investigation and heavy police presence.
Law enforcement has not indicated whether there is any threat to the public.