Sher Lee Perry, 63, was killed in a shooting on New Year’s Day 2024 in Suffolk, Virginia. Officers responded about 9:15 p.m. to a report of a person with a gunshot wound inside a residence in the 100 block of Pine Street, near downtown. Perry was found with a single gunshot wound and was pronounced dead at the scene.

The Suffolk Police Department identified Perry as the victim and has classified the death as a homicide. Details about what led to the shooting have been scarce; authorities have not released information about any suspect or suspects and no arrests have been announced. A memorial service was later held for Perry.

If anyone saw activity around Pine Street that night or has information about this shooting, please contact the Suffolk Police Department.