Fatal Shooting on J. Clyde Morris Boulevard Leaves One Dead

Police have detained one person of interest, say no ongoing threat to community

Published on Feb. 14, 2026

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Police in Newport News, Virginia are investigating a fatal shooting that occurred early Friday morning on J. Clyde Morris Boulevard. Officers responded to reports of a shooting at 12:15 a.m. and found an adult male victim suffering from a gunshot wound outside. The victim was pronounced dead at the scene. Police have detained one person of interest in connection with the shooting, and say there is no ongoing threat to the community.

Why it matters

Violent crimes like this fatal shooting are concerning for the Newport News community, raising questions about public safety and the need for continued law enforcement efforts to address gun violence in the area.

The details

According to police, officers responded to the zero block of J. Clyde Morris Boulevard after receiving reports of a shooting. When they arrived, they found an adult male victim suffering from a gunshot wound outside, and he was pronounced dead at the scene. Police have detained one person of interest in connection with the shooting, but the investigation remains active and ongoing.

  • The incident occurred at 12:15 a.m. on February 14, 2026.

The players

Newport News Police Department

The local law enforcement agency investigating the fatal shooting incident.

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What’s next

The investigation into the shooting remains active, and police say they will provide updates as they become available.

The takeaway

This tragic incident highlights the ongoing challenges of gun violence in the Newport News community, and the importance of continued efforts by law enforcement and community leaders to promote public safety and address the root causes of such crimes.