Portsmouth Police Identified Homicide Persons of Interest
Officials are seeking two men seen in a silver vehicle after a deadly shooting on George Washington Highway.
Updated on Oct. 13, 2026 in Violence
Portsmouth police have named two individuals as persons of interest in the homicide of a 24-year-old man. The victim died from a gunshot wound after being dropped off at Maryview Hospital in the early hours of Oct. 11.
Why it matters
Authorities are currently working to determine the identities and whereabouts of the individuals seen on surveillance footage near the 4600 block of George Washington Highway.
Police are investigating the death of a 24-year-old victim who was dropped off at Maryview Hospital at 2:21 a.m. The shooting occurred on the 4600 block of George Washington Highway.
The players
Portsmouth Police
This local law enforcement agency is responsible for investigating crimes and maintaining public safety within the city of Portsmouth.
Daviyon Amani Jones
He was the 24-year-old victim who died after suffering a gunshot wound.
The details
Surveillance footage captured two men in a silver vehicle transporting the victim to the hospital following the incident. During the emergency response to the reports of shots fired, an officer discharged a weapon and injured a separate man.
Timeline
Oct. 11, 2026: The shooting occurred and the victim was dropped off at the hospital.
Legal Context
This case follows the established oversight procedures for officer-involved shootings in the jurisdiction. It reflects the standard investigative response utilized by local authorities when responding to incidents involving both civilian homicides and subsequent officer intervention.
Residents should remain aware of ongoing police activity near the 4600 block of George Washington Highway as the investigation continues. The department has indicated that the search for the two persons of interest remains a priority for local safety.
The takeaway
Public assistance via surveillance review remains a critical component of modern homicide investigations. Community members with information regarding the silver vehicle or the events on George Washington Highway are encouraged to contact local authorities.
Further reading
For more on ongoing local investigations, visit the Portsmouth Violence section.
