Norfolk Police Investigate Shooting as Viral Rap Moment Puts 757 in Spotlight

It’s been a busy stretch of days across Norfolk, with police activity, a high-profile homicide case update, and a viral music moment all making headlines.

Shooting on West 24th Street

Norfolk police are investigating a shooting reported Thursday night in the 500 block of West 24th Street.

Officers responded around 9:30 p.m. and found a man suffering from a gunshot wound. His injuries were described as non-life-threatening. A person of interest was detained at the scene as detectives worked to piece together what led to the violence.

The incident adds to a string of recent shooting investigations citywide, though police have not announced any additional arrests in this case as of Sunday.

Update in Freezer Homicide Case

New details continue to emerge in the death of 39-year-old Lina Guerra, whose body was discovered last month inside a kitchen freezer at her Norfolk home.

Federal court documents allege her husband, a U.S. Navy sailor, flew to Hong Kong the same day authorities executed a search warrant at the residence. He now faces charges in connection with her death. The case has drawn national attention and remains under active investigation.

757 Rapper Goes Viral After J. Cole Co-Sign

On a lighter note, Norfolk’s Waterside district recently became the backdrop for a breakout music moment.

Local rapper Marckel Bonds, who performs as KELO SOUL, freestyled for Grammy-winning artist J. Cole during an impromptu encounter. Video of the performance quickly spread online, earning Bonds widespread attention and a surge in followers.

The viral moment has sparked renewed pride in the 757’s creative scene, with many pointing to it as another example of homegrown talent gaining national recognition.

Sources

https://www.yahoo.com/news/articles/norfolk-police-respond-shooting-west-035436159.html
https://abc7chicago.com/post/lina-guerra-case-us-navy-husband-david-varela-flew-hong-kong-missing-wife-was-found-kitchen-freezer-norfolk-virginia/18616404/
https://nationaltoday.com/us/va/norfolk/news/2026/02/26/757-rapper-kelo-soul-co-signed-by-j-cole-aims-high/