Crime
Shooting on Shoulders Hill Road leaves Woman dead, Suffolk Police searching for suspect Derrick Corbett
SUFFOLK, VA — Suffolk Police are actively investigating a homicide following an early morning shooting that occurred in the 5600 block of Shoulders Hill Road.
At approximately 1:35 a.m. on Saturday, May 31, officers responded to reports of gunfire in the area.
Upon arrival, officers discovered an adult female, deceased at the scene from apparent gunshot wounds.
Two additional individuals were found to have sustained non-life-threatening gunshot injuries.
Both were transported to nearby hospitals for medical treatment.
Through investigative efforts, Suffolk Police have identified the suspect as Derrick Dontre Corbett, 35, of Portsmouth.
He is currently wanted in connection with this violent incident.
Corbett faces the following charges:
- One count of Murder
- Two counts of Attempted Murder
- One count of Possession of a Firearm by a Convicted Felon
- Six counts of Use of a Firearm in the Commission of a Felony
- Three counts of Shoot/Cut/Stab in the Commission of a Felony
Law enforcement officials are actively searching for Corbett, who is considered armed and dangerous.
The public is urged not to approach him if seen, but to immediately contact authorities.
Anyone with information regarding the shooting or the current whereabouts of Derrick Dontre Corbett is asked to contact the Suffolk Police Department or submit a tip anonymously via the Suffolk Crime Line.
This remains an active and ongoing investigation, and no further information is available for release at this time.
GLEN BURNIE, Md. — Authorities are investigating an officer-involved shooting reported in Glen Burnie, Maryland, after an incident in which a suspect allegedly crashed a vehicle into a law enforcement agent.
Preliminary reports indicate that one suspect sustained a gunshot wound and was transported under a Priority B medical status.
Emergency medical services also responded to assist a law enforcement agent who reported neck pain; a second EMS unit was requested to provide additional medical evaluation and care.
The circumstances leading up to the shooting, including what prompted the vehicle collision and the use of force, have not yet been fully detailed by authorities.
Police have confirmed that the scene was secured, and standard investigative protocols for officer-involved shootings have been initiated.
No further information regarding the identities of those involved or the suspect’s condition has been released at this time.
Officials stated that additional details will be provided as the investigation continues.