Norfolk residents saw justice served this week when a local jury convicted Trevonte Gerard Dugue of second-degree murder and using a firearm in the commission of a murder. The verdict stems from a fatal shooting that occurred on November 25, 2025 outside a convenience store at 123 West Ocean View Avenue.
What happened on the night of the shooting
According to the Norfolk Commonwealth’s Attorney’s Office, 30‑year‑old Dugue and 27‑year‑old Tyrone Jontrell Walker were talking outside the store when security cameras captured Dugue drawing a gun and firing a shot that struck Walker in the face. Walker was rushed to a local hospital, where he later died from his injuries.
After the gunfire, Dugue fled the scene. He was shot by an unknown individual before police arrived. Witnesses provided first‑aid to Walker while another bystander called 911. Dugue was later taken to a second convenience store, where a 911 call was placed and police detained him.
Legal process and conviction
Dugue was charged with second-degree murder and using a firearm in the commission of a murder. He entered a not‑guilty plea and elected a jury trial. After deliberations from Monday through Wednesday, the jury returned a guilty verdict on both counts.
Norfolk Commonwealth’s Attorney Ramin Fatehi expressed condolences to the Walker family and praised the community members who helped solve the case. “My colleagues and I will continue to seek accountability for the people who kill in our city,” Fatehi said.
Next steps
Dugue’s sentencing hearing is scheduled for January 15, 2027. The case underscores the importance of surveillance footage and community vigilance in bringing violent offenders to justice.
The Ocean View neighborhood, a close‑knit area of Norfolk, has seen increased attention to public‑safety measures following the incident. Local businesses and residents are hopeful that the conviction will deter future violence and reinforce the city’s commitment to protecting its citizens.
Original reporting: WTKR News 3 (Scripps) – local — read the source article.
