In the late summer evening of September 11, 2024, the life of 22-year-old Kalesio Lesio 'GetEmGone' Lamont Woodson was tragically cut short in a burst of gunfire in Newport News, Virginia. A Black/African American male, Woodson was born on December 31, 2001, to his parents Charmaine Boswell and Wayne Woodson. The circumstances of that fatal night suggest his death may be part of a larger, troubling pattern of youth violence that has plagued the city.
The shooting occurred on a Wednesday
evening. Around 8:51 p.m., the Newport News Police Department received a gunshot detection system alert from the 800 block of 35th Street. Arriving at the scene, officers discovered a man suffering from at least one gunshot wound. He was rushed to a local hospital, but his injuries proved to be too severe, and he was pronounced dead. The victim was soon identified as Kalesio Woodson, a resident of nearby Hampton.
In the wake of the shooting, the Newport News Police Department launched a homicide investigation. While details about potential suspects or a specific motive have not been released to the public, local authorities have indicated that the shooting may be connected to gang-related activities. They have also suggested a possible link to another recent shooting in the area involving a teenager, raising concerns about the safety and security of young people in the community.
As of the latest available information, no arrests have been made in connection with Kalesio Woodson's murder. The investigation remains active, and the Newport News Police Department has urged anyone with information to come forward to assist in bringing those responsible to justice. The loss of a young life has left the community grappling with the persistent issue of gun violence and its devastating impact. The case of Kalesio Woodson remains a somber reminder of the ongoing challenges faced by the city in its efforts to curb such tragedies.
