5 Teens Injured in Virginia Beach Oceanfront Shooting

Police searching for two suspects after incident near 18th Street and Pacific Avenue

Published on Mar. 8, 2026

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Five teenagers were injured in a shooting incident at the Virginia Beach Oceanfront on Friday night, according to police. The victims' injuries are believed to be non-life-threatening, and authorities are currently searching for two suspects involved in the incident that occurred near the intersection of 18th Street and Pacific Avenue.

Why it matters

Violent crime at the popular Virginia Beach Oceanfront tourist destination raises concerns about public safety in the area, especially involving minors. Police are working to identify and apprehend the suspects to prevent further incidents.

The details

The shooting took place in the vicinity of 18th Street and Pacific Avenue, though crime scene tape was also visible near 17th Street and Atlantic Avenue. All five victims are reported to be teenagers, and their injuries are not believed to be life-threatening. Authorities are urging anyone with information about the incident to contact the Crime Line.

  • The shooting occurred on Friday night.

The players

Virginia Beach Police

The local law enforcement agency investigating the shooting incident and searching for the two suspects.

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What’s next

Police are continuing their investigation and search for the two suspects involved in the shooting.

The takeaway

This incident highlights the ongoing challenge of maintaining public safety and preventing violence at popular tourist destinations, especially when minors are involved. The Virginia Beach community will be closely watching how authorities respond to this situation.