Norfolk Police Investigate Shooting, Murder Suspect Fled Overseas, City Launches New Service Tools

Norfolk is seeing a mix of urgent police investigations and new city service updates this week. Here is a quick look at the top local headlines from the past few days.

Two Injured in West 24th Street Shooting

Norfolk police are investigating a shooting on West 24th Street that left two people hurt. Officers responded to reports of gunfire and found both victims suffering from injuries that are not considered life-threatening.

Authorities say both individuals are expected to recover. Detectives are continuing to gather evidence and have not released details about a suspect. The investigation remains ongoing.

Murder Suspect Believed to Have Fled to Hong Kong

New court documents reveal that a man charged in connection with the death of Lina Guerra is believed to have left the United States. According to investigators, Guerra’s body was discovered inside a freezer at a Norfolk residence.

Federal paperwork indicates the suspect may have traveled to Hong Kong shortly after the alleged crime. Law enforcement agencies are now working through international channels as the case develops.

City Launches ‘MyNorfolk’ and Waste Wizard Tools

On the civic side, the City of Norfolk is promoting two digital tools designed to make everyday services easier for residents.

The MyNorfolk platform allows people to submit service requests at any time, from reporting potholes to addressing neighborhood concerns. In addition, the city is encouraging residents to use its Waste Wizard tool to quickly determine whether items belong in recycling or trash bins.

City leaders say both tools are part of a broader effort to streamline communication and improve response times across departments.

As police investigations continue and new service systems roll out, Norfolk residents are encouraged to stay informed and use official city resources for updates.