Man Wanted for Smithfield Shooting Arrested After Year-Long Search

Anthony Lamont Haywood was taken into custody in Portsmouth on Monday.

Mar. 2, 2026 at 8:47pm

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Anthony Lamont Haywood, a 42-year-old man previously of Hampton, Virginia, has been arrested after a year-long search for his involvement in a Smithfield shooting that occurred on February 8, 2025. Haywood was wanted on 12 felony charges, including attempted murder, malicious wounding, and firearms offenses.

Why it matters

The arrest of Haywood brings closure to a long-running investigation and helps address violent crime in the Smithfield community. The case highlights the importance of collaboration between local and federal law enforcement in apprehending suspects who have evaded authorities.

The details

According to police, the victim in the Smithfield shooting was struck multiple times by gunfire. Smithfield police worked with the FBI Norfolk office to locate and apprehend Haywood, who was found inside a residence at the Waterview Colonial Manor Apartments in Portsmouth. Haywood was taken into custody without incident by a joint law enforcement team.

  • The Smithfield shooting occurred on February 8, 2025.
  • Haywood has been wanted for over a year in connection with the shooting.
  • Haywood was arrested on Monday, March 3, 2026.

The players

Anthony Lamont Haywood

A 42-year-old man previously of Hampton, Virginia, who was wanted on 12 felony charges related to a 2025 shooting in Smithfield.

Smithfield Police Department

The local law enforcement agency that worked with the FBI to locate and apprehend Haywood.

FBI Norfolk

The federal law enforcement agency that collaborated with Smithfield police in the investigation.

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What they’re saying

“The arrest of Haywood brings closure to a long-running investigation and helps address violent crime in the Smithfield community.”

— Smithfield Police Department

What’s next

Haywood will face trial on the 12 felony charges related to the 2025 Smithfield shooting.

The takeaway

This case highlights the importance of cooperation between local and federal law enforcement in apprehending suspects who have evaded authorities for an extended period. The arrest of Haywood demonstrates the persistence of law enforcement in bringing those accused of violent crimes to justice.