In the Barraud Park neighborhood of Norfolk, Virginia, the evening of November 5, 2020, was shattered by the sound of gunfire. When police arrived at the 1300 block of Thistle Street around 5:30 p.m. in response to a gunshot disturbance call, they discovered a man suffering from a gunshot wound. The victim was identified as 37-year-old Isaiah Jerome Ward, a Black male from nearby Virginia Beach.
Emergency responders transported Ward to Sentara Norfolk General Hospital, but his injuries
proved to be fatal, and he was pronounced deceased. The Norfolk Police Department immediately launched a homicide investigation into the shooting. This tragic event was one of two shootings that occurred in Norfolk within just a few hours, adding to a period of heightened concern about gun violence in the city.
Despite the ongoing investigation, details about any potential suspects or arrests in the death of Isaiah Ward have remained elusive. Authorities have not publicly identified any individuals believed to be involved in the shooting. The case has been marked by a lack of significant public updates regarding any progress in bringing those responsible to justice. The police have continued to encourage anyone with information to come forward, but as of now, no arrests have been announced, leaving the circumstances surrounding Ward's death officially unresolved.
