A 66-year-old man is dead after he was shot on Monday, according to the Norfolk Police Department.
James E. Fortson Jr., 66, of Norfolk, died as a result of his injuries.
Police responded to a call in the 1300 block of Hanson Avenue just before noon for the report of a gunshot victim. When officers arrived, they found Fortson suffering from a life-threatening gunshot wound.
He was transported to the hospital for treatment but later died.
Detectives are continuing to investigate this homicide. No further details are available at this time.
If you have any information about the shooting, call the Norfolk Crime Line at 1-888-LOCK-U-UP.
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