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57-year-old man dead following stabbing on N. Military Highway in Norfolk

Crystal Graham
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A man is dead after a stabbing that occurred in Norfolk on Monday night.

Clarence E. Jefferson, 57, was taken to the hospital for treatment. He later died from his injuries.

Norfolk Police officers report they were called to 871 N. Military Highway at 10:50 p.m. on Jan. 8 to assist EMS who were on scene for the report of an injured person.

When police detectives arrived, they learned Jefferson was suffering from a stab wound.

The homicide is being investigated by the Norfolk Police Department.

Anyone who may have information about this incident is asked to contact the Norfolk Crime Line.

Crystal Graham

Crystal Graham

Crystal Abbe Graham is the regional editor of Augusta Free Press. A 1999 graduate of Virginia Tech, she has worked for nearly 25 years as a reporter and editor for several Virginia publications, written a book, and garnered more than a dozen Virginia Press Association awards for writing and graphic design. She was the co-host of "Viewpoints," a weekly TV news show, and co-host of Virginia Tonight, a nightly TV news show. Her work on "Virginia Tonight" earned her a national Telly award for excellence in television.