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Norfolk: 31-year-old victim of officer-involved shooting dies at hospital

Crystal Graham
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The Virginia State Police are continuing to investigate a shooting involving a Norfolk police officer that left one man dead.

The victim, Gary S. Soloman, 31, of Norfolk, was taken to the hospital where he later died of his injuries.

Norfolk Police report that officers responded to the 100 block of East Little Creek Road around 1:40 p.m. on Thursday for the report of a suspicious person call.

When officers arrived on scene, they encountered Soloman who they allege displayed a knife. According to reports, Soloman approached the officer at which time the officer discharged their service weapon.

A security guard who was present also discharged their weapon.

The officer involved in the incident is on administrative duty pending the outcome of the investigation.

No officers were injured.

This remains an active investigation.

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Crystal Graham

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A 1999 graduate of Virginia Tech, Crystal Graham has worked for 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, both broadcast on PBS. Her work on "Virginia Tonight" earned her a national Telly award for excellence in television. You can reach her at [email protected]

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