On the evening of September 29, 2025, 19-year-old Kyree Staton, a male resident of Norfolk, Virginia, was fatally shot in Hampton. The incident took place at approximately 7:35 p.m. in the first block of Sacramento Drive, where officers from the Hampton Police Division responded to a report of a shooting. Upon their arrival, they found two individuals suffering from life-threatening gunshot wounds.
Kyree Staton was pronounced deceased at the scene.
The second victim, a 17-year-old male, was transported to a local hospital and was listed in stable condition. Investigators have indicated that the shooting does not appear to be a random act of violence.
The preliminary investigation suggests that the parties involved were acquainted and had arranged to meet at the location where the shooting occurred. Authorities have stated that the meeting may have had 'possible narcotics-related overtones.' A verbal dispute reportedly escalated into an exchange of gunfire, resulting in both individuals being struck.
The Hampton Police Division's investigation into the death of Kyree Staton is ongoing. To date, no information has been released to the public regarding any arrests made in the case, nor have any suspects been officially named. Police are appealing to the public for any information that may assist in their investigation.
