In the late hours of a Thursday evening in Norfolk, Virginia, tragedy struck, leaving a family to mourn and a community to wonder. On August 19, 2021, 36-year-old Marvin T. Walton, a male resident of the city, was found suffering from a fatal gunshot wound. The incident occurred in the 1000 block of Dubose Drive, where police were dispatched shortly after 10:00 p.m. following a report of a gunshot victim. Upon their arrival, officers discovered Walton, who was pronounced deceased at the scene.
The Norfolk Police Department quickly launched a homicide investigation into the shooting death of Marvin T. Walton. In the immediate aftermath, authorities appealed to the public for any information that could lead to a breakthrough in the case. Detectives urged anyone with knowledge of the incident to contact the Norfolk Crime Line or submit a tip through the P3Tips mobile app.
Despite the ongoing investigation, there has been no publicly available information regarding any arrests or the identification of any suspects in connection with the death of Marvin T. Walton. News reports and police statements have not provided any descriptions of potential perpetrators or details about the circumstances leading up to the shooting. As of late 2025, the case remains an open and active investigation, with authorities continuing to seek information from the community to bring closure to Walton's family.
