Portsmouth, Virginia — A quiet neighborhood was shaken by violence after a shooting on Towne Point Road left one man dead and an infant injured, prompting an active investigation by local authorities. The incident has sparked renewed concern among residents and calls for answers as police work to determine what led to the deadly encounter.

According to preliminary reports, officers responded to the scene after receiving calls about gunfire in the area. Upon arrival, they discovered an adult male suffering from gunshot wounds. The victim was later identified as Keonte Johnson, who was pronounced dead despite emergency life-saving efforts. An infant who was also at the scene sustained injuries and was rushed to a nearby hospital for treatment. Authorities have not released details about the child’s condition but confirmed the injuries were non-fatal.

The shooting has deeply impacted the Portsmouth community, particularly due to the involvement of a young child. Neighbors described hearing multiple gunshots and seeing a heavy police presence as officers secured the area and began canvassing for evidence. Yellow tape lined the roadway as investigators worked late into the evening collecting shell casings and speaking with potential witnesses.

Police have not yet announced any arrests or identified suspects, and the motive behind the shooting remains unclear. Detectives are urging anyone with information — including surveillance footage, eyewitness accounts, or tips — to come forward, stressing that even small details could be critical to the investigation.