John A. Fernandez was 27 when he was shot and killed inside an apartment on the 5100 block of Goldsboro Drive in Hampton on January 19, 2020. Police say they responded about 8:53 p.m.; medics treated Fernandez but his gunshot wound proved fatal and he was pronounced dead at the scene. A firearm was recovered in the residence.

The Hampton Police Division opened a homicide investigation. The family has discussed civil action against the apartment complex over security issues as they and the community continue to look for answers.

If anyone was in that complex on the evening of January 19, 2020, or has information about movements or contacts involving John Fernandez that night, please share what is known with investigators.