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Two charged with second-degree murder in connection with Norfolk Shooting

Crystal Graham

trent turner arrest norfolk murder Detectives have charged two people in connection with a shooting in Norfolk last month that left one man dead.

Trent A. Turner, 19, of Portsmouth, and a 17-year-old male have been taken into custody as a result of an investigation into the death of Edward K. Collins, 42, of East Olney Road, in Norfolk.

According to police, on Feb. 12, at 11 p.m., officers responded to the report of a gunshot victim. They found Collins suffering from a life-threatening gunshot wound. Collins was taken to the hospital where he later died from his injuries.

The two males have been taken into custody and charged with second-degree murder, use of a firearm and conspiracy.

The 17-year-old male was taken into custody on March 14 in the 1300 block of Kempsville Road. He is currently being held at the Norfolk Detention Center.

Turner was also taken into custody on March 14 in the 1000 block of Garfield Street in the City of Portsmouth. Turner is currently being held without bond in the Norfolk City Jail.

 

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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]. Support AFP by signing up for our newsletter and/or powering our work with a one-time or monthly contribution.

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