Man Escapes Hospital, Shoots At Officers | Virginia Beach News

A man in critical condition after a violent police confrontation in Portsmouth had just escaped a mental health facility and stolen a car before fleeing down Bayview Boulevard. When officers and a K-9 unit attempted to apprehend him, he lunged for an officer’s firearm, leading to a deadly struggle and a life-threatening wound. His identity remains unknown as Virginia State Police lead the investigation, with all involved officers on administrative leave. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/9e88f4fafd83f6ec