Homicide Investigation: 100 Block of Bayhaven Drive

Update posted on August 4, 2023 at 10:25 a.m. by Sgt. Ashley Jenrette:

The victim has been identified as Solomon Andrew Roane, a 24-year-old Chesterfield man.

The Hampton Division is seeking the public’s assistance in identifying the suspects in connection with a homicide investigation that occurred on August 3, 2023.

At approximately 11:53 p.m., Hampton Communications received a shooting complaint in the 100 block of Bayhaven Drive. Officers arrived and found an adult male suffering from gunshot wounds. He was pronounced deceased at the scene. The decedent’s identification is being held pending next-of-kin notification.

The preliminary investigation revealed the victim was meeting unknown suspects in the area. The suspects shot the victim and fled the scene before officers arrived. The motive and circumstances of the incident remain under investigation.

If you or anyone you know has information that will assist police, they are encouraged to contact the Hampton Police Division at 757–727–6111 or the Crime Line at 1–888-LOCK-U-UP. Tipsters can also send an anonymous tip by visiting our secure tip form at P3Tips.com. Crime Line callers remain anonymous and never appear in court. If a Crime Line tip results in an arrest, the caller may be eligible for a cash reward of up to $1500.00.

Cpl. Shaun Stalnaker will receive questions about this release.