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Portsmouth Today
By the People, for the People
2 Arrested in Portsmouth Pedestrian Death
Eric Reign Rivers and Shelton Bailey charged with involuntary manslaughter in January incident.
Published on Mar. 5, 2026
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Police in Portsmouth, Virginia have arrested 18-year-old Eric Reign Rivers and 21-year-old Shelton Bailey in connection with a January crash that led to the death of a 33-year-old pedestrian, Corey DeShawn Clemons. Both Rivers and Bailey have been charged with involuntary manslaughter and are being held without bond.
Why it matters
Pedestrian safety and accountability for drivers involved in fatal crashes are ongoing concerns in many communities. This incident highlights the need for thorough investigations and appropriate charges when a pedestrian loses their life on the roads.
The details
According to police, officers responded on January 12th to a call about a pedestrian who was struck and pinned under a vehicle in the 1100 block of Virginia Avenue in Portsmouth. The victim, Corey DeShawn Clemons, died at the scene. After an investigation, police arrested Rivers and Bailey and charged them with involuntary manslaughter.
- The incident occurred on January 12, 2026.
- Rivers and Bailey were arrested in connection with the incident.
The players
Eric Reign Rivers
An 18-year-old arrested and charged with involuntary manslaughter in the pedestrian death.
Shelton Bailey
A 21-year-old arrested and charged with involuntary manslaughter in the pedestrian death.
Corey DeShawn Clemons
The 33-year-old pedestrian who was struck and killed in the January incident.
What’s next
Police are continuing to investigate the incident and are asking anyone with information to contact the Portsmouth Police Investigations Bureau or the Crime Line.
The takeaway
This tragic incident underscores the need for greater driver awareness and responsibility to prevent pedestrian fatalities. The arrests highlight the importance of thorough investigations to hold those accountable when a pedestrian's life is lost on the roads.
