Kaiyon Watson,21yrs Died In Fatal Shooting In Whitaker Lane

Kaiyon Watson,21yrs Died In Fatal Shooting In Whitaker Lane

Norfolk police are actively investigating a fatal shooting that claimed the life of a 21-year-old man last month. The incident occurred on the evening of December 18th, casting a pall over the holiday season.

According to authorities, officers were in the vicinity of Church Street around 5:45 p.m. when they heard the sound of gunfire. Responding immediately to the shots, they discovered a victim with a life-threatening gunshot wound in the 800 block of Whitaker Lane.

Despite emergency efforts, the young man was pronounced deceased at the scene. He has since been identified by police as Kaiyon T. Watson, a 21-year-old resident of Norfolk

The investigation remains open and ongoing. Police are urging anyone with information about the shooting to come forward. Authorities are particularly interested in speaking with witnesses who were in the Church Street or Whitaker Lane areas at the time of the incident, or anyone who may have relevant video footage from security or doorbell cameras.

Community members with any knowledge that could assist detectives are encouraged to contact the Norfolk Police Department’s tip line. As the probe continues, the death of Kaiyon T. Watson serves as a somber reminder of the impact of gun violence, leaving a family and community in mourning while seeking answers and justice.