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.
TAUNTON, Mass. — One person was killed and seven others were injured in an overnight shooting at a house party in Taunton, Massachusetts, authorities said.
The shooting happened at approximately 12:35 a.m. Sunday at a residence in the 261 Weir Street area. Taunton police officers responded after receiving multiple 911 calls reporting gunshots.
When officers arrived, they found several people suffering from gunshot wounds. Investigators were also informed that additional victims had already been transported to area hospitals for medical treatment.
Authorities ultimately identified eight shooting victims, all of whom were reportedly in their early 20s.
One of the victims, 22-year-old Zirovick Depina of Brockton, was pronounced dead early Sunday morning, according to the Bristol County District Attorney’s Office.
Of the seven surviving victims, one remains in serious but stable condition, while the others suffered injuries that were considered non-life-threatening. Their identities have not been publicly released.
The shooting occurred during a gathering at the residence. Images from the scene showed a tent and tables in the yard, along with white balloons and what appeared to be a photo backdrop near a garage.
A neighbor told authorities that large gatherings and loud parties had reportedly been common at the residence.
The home is located about a mile from the Taunton Police Department headquarters. The neighbor expressed concern about the shooting occurring in the area, particularly given the late-night activity.
The investigation is being conducted by Taunton Police, Massachusetts State Police detectives assigned to the Bristol County District Attorney’s Office, and other investigative units. Detectives are working to determine what led to the gunfire and identify those responsible.
Anyone with information about the shooting is urged to contact Taunton police or investigators with the Bristol County District Attorney’s Office.
The investigation remains active and ongoing, and additional information is expected as authorities continue gathering evidence and interviewing witnesses.