On New Year's Day 2022, a tragic sequence of events in Norfolk, Virginia, led to the death of 31-year-old Brione M. Green, a Black male. The incident, which marked the first homicide of the year in the Hampton Roads area, unfolded around 11:20 a.m. in the 1200 block of Lead Street.
Reports from the scene indicated that the violence was preceded by a car crash. A vehicle reportedly drove into a lot and struck other cars, followed by the sound of multiple gunshots.
When first responders arrived, they found Brione Green suffering from a gunshot wound. He was immediately transported to Sentara Norfolk General Hospital for treatment. Despite the efforts of medical personnel, Green succumbed to his injuries and was pronounced dead.
The Norfolk Police Department launched a homicide investigation into Green's death. However, despite their inquiries and appeals to the public for information, no suspects have been identified, and no arrests have been made in connection with the fatal shooting. The case remains an active and ongoing investigation. Authorities have urged anyone with information to contact the Norfolk Crime Line.
Brione Mantrell Green, known to friends and family as 'RP Bre,' was born on July 26, 1990, in Norfolk. He was educated in the Norfolk Public School system and later earned his GED. He had studied welding at Tidewater Tech and was previously employed at the Norfolk Shipyard. His family remembers him for his love, loyalty, and support. His obituary describes him as a funny, caring, and loving person with a strong and opinionated personality who was deeply loved by his family and friends.
