On the evening of April 10, 2025, in Portsmouth, Virginia, 38-year-old Quinton Eugene Elliott, a male resident of the city, was fatally shot. The incident occurred around 6:37 p.m. in the 600 block of Dunedin Road. When police officers arrived at the scene, they discovered Elliott suffering from a life-threatening gunshot wound. He was quickly transported to a local hospital for medical attention but was pronounced dead upon arrival.
Quinton, known affectionately as 'Tint' to his family
and close friends, was born in Norfolk, Virginia, on September 6, 1986, and was raised in Portsmouth. He was a graduate of Churchland High School, class of 2005. Those who knew him described him as a quiet person who kept to himself. He was an avid fan of the Las Vegas Raiders and was often seen wearing the team's black and silver colors. He was a father to a son and a daughter.
The investigation into the shooting is ongoing. In the immediate aftermath of the incident, law enforcement had not publicly identified any suspects or made any arrests in connection with the homicide. Authorities have urged anyone with information regarding the shooting to come forward to assist in the investigation. As of now, details about what led to the shooting have not been released to the public, and no suspects or arrests have been announced.
