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Arrest Made in Connection to Newport News Shooting
A suspect has been arrested in Newport News in connection to a shooting incident that took place on July 16, 2023. Dwayne Marrow now faces multiple charges, including murder and aggravated assault.
The incident occurred outside a 7-Eleven store on West Mercury Boulevard in Hampton, where a large and disorderly crowd had gathered in the parking lot. The chaos escalated, resulting in a fatal shooting that claimed the life of 27-year-old Jahleel Angus from Yorktown.
Suspect Identified and Charged
Hampton police had previously identified Dwayne Marrow as a suspect in the shooting, and their investigation led to his arrest in Newport News. Marrow now awaits trial on the serious charges brought against him.
During the initial response to the scene, authorities discovered Angus’s lifeless body and were alerted to another victim who had sustained injuries and sought medical attention at Sentara Careplex in Newport News. The second victim, a resident of Newport News, survived the attack.
Community Shocked by Tragic Incident
The community in Hampton and Newport News has been left reeling by the tragic events that unfolded on that fateful night. The senseless violence has sparked concern and raised questions about public safety in the area.
Authorities are urging anyone with information about the shooting or the events leading up to it to come forward and assist in the ongoing investigation. The cooperation of the community is vital in bringing those responsible to justice and preventing further acts of violence.
As the legal process moves forward, the families of the victims and the community at large are hoping for closure and a sense of justice for the lives lost and affected by this senseless act of violence.
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