PORTSMOUTH POLICE INVESTIGATE HOMICIDE ON WASHINGTON STREET
UPDATE: 1/10/2023
Detectives are attempting to identify an unknown suspect, seen driving the stolen 2015 silver Jeep Cherokee. He is described as an adult male wearing black pants with white writing on the sides, a black “The North Face” Hoodie, and a white beany.
We urge those with information about this individual to contact the PPD Investigations Bureau at 757–393–8536. Or call the Crime Line at 1–888-LOCK-U-UP. You can also reach the Crime Line at **TIPS (**8477).
UPDATE: 1/3/2022
Investigators have acquired surveillance images of a stolen 2015 Silver Jeep Cherokee and a suspect vehicle described as a Dark Grey Dodge Challenger.
We urge those with information about these vehicles to contact the PPD Investigations Bureau at 757–393–8536. Or call the Crime Line at 1–888-LOCK-U-UP. You can also reach the Crime Line at **TIPS (**8477).
UPDATE: 12/30/2022
On December 5, 2022, officers responded to Bay Area Movers Inc., located on Victory Court, for a report of a stolen vehicle. Detectives believe the Motor Vehicle Theft could be connected to the 600 Washington Homicide. Investigators are now searching for a Vehicle of Interest connected to the theft. It appears to be a white Ford Transit Connect van with a missing back passenger hubcap. Investigators believe the white van may be associated with a locksmithing company. We urge those with information about the vehicle to contact the PPD Investigations Bureau at 757–393–8536. Or call the Crime Line at 1–888-LOCK-U-UP. You can also reach the Crime Line at **TIPS (**8477).
ORIGINAL RELEASE:
PORTSMOUTH, VA — On December 27, 2022, at approximately 12:59 a.m., officers responded to the 600 block of Washington Street for a report of gunshots fired. Upon arrival officers located 20-year-old Jamir Barnes with fatal injuries. His next of kin has been notified.
We urge those with information about this crime to contact the PPD Investigations Bureau at 757–393–8536. Or call the Crime Line at 1–888-LOCK-U-UP. You can also reach the Crime Line at **TIPS (**8477). Callers can also submit an anonymous tip through the Crime Line’s “P3 Tips” app or visit their website at www.portscrimeline.com. As always, Crime Line tipsters are never asked to give their name or required to testify in court. If a crime line caller’s tip leads to an arrest or the recovery of drugs or stolen property they could be eligible for a cash reward of up to $1000.
