Police say both men now face felony charges
VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. — A shooting investigation in Virginia Beach has resulted in felony charges against both the suspected gunman and the man who was wounded, according to police.
The shooting was reported at approximately 1:45 p.m. on July 31 after emergency dispatchers received calls about a shooting in the 500 block of Marsh Duck Way and reports of gunfire in the 900 block of Atlantis Way.
Responding officers found a 22-year-old Virginia Beach man suffering from a gunshot wound. He was transported to a hospital in stable condition.
The Virginia Beach Police Department’s Homicide Unit took over the investigation and arrested 18-year-old Quatavious Reid of Virginia Beach.
Police charged Reid with aggravated malicious wounding, use of a firearm in the commission of a felony, and possession of a trigger activator, commonly known as a switch, and an extended magazine.
Investigators also arrested the 22-year-old shooting victim, charging him with possession of a firearm by a convicted felon.
Police said both men are being held without bond.
The investigation remains ongoing. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Virginia Beach Police Department at (757) 385-4101 or submit an anonymous tip through Crime Solvers at 1-888-LOCK-U-UP or P3Tips.com.
The charges are allegations, and both defendants are presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty in court.
Key Points
- Police arrested an 18-year-old man in connection with a Virginia Beach shooting.
- The shooting victim was also arrested on a firearm charge.
- Both men are being held without bond while the investigation continues.