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Family of pregnant woman shot and killed on Kenny Lane seeks justice

13 February 2025 at 07:22

PORTSMOUTH, Va. (WAVY) β€” Shaquana Jordan was five weeks pregnant when she was killed a week ago in Portsmouth, with the father of her other two children accused of pulling the trigger.

Portsmouth man charged with killing pregnant woman in presence of child, police say

Now, Jordan's family is speaking to 10 On Your Side about this devastating loss as they are focused on getting swift justice and holding her sister's accused killer accountable.

Shaquana Jordan's older sister, Jasmine Jordan, says this past week has been extremely hard on the family.

"I will always remember Shaquana as a loving caring person, she would give the shirt off her back," Jasmine Jordan said. "She always wanted to laugh and have fun, never negative, never mean, never nasty."

Police say Shaquana Jordan was gunned down last week by Hasheed Mills. Her sister says Shaquana Jordan was married to Mills, but had been trying to leave.

"I've always heard rumors, hearsay, I've never been around it or seen it with my own eyes," Jasmine Jordan said. "I have always told my sister that she should love herself and not let anyone manipulate her clearly what has been done, my sister has caught charges, and she was scared."

Docs: Child’s voice heard on 911 call after pregnant mother fatally shot, father accused of murder

Now, Shaquana Jordan's family is looking for justice. Mills has a lengthy criminal record, and according to her sister, he has made deals with Portsmouth prosecutors in the past to get reduced sentences for his charges, something the family fears could happen again.

"My sister deserves a prosecutor that will be determined and dedicated to serving her justice," Jasmine Jordan said.

For now, she has this to say to anyone who finds themselves in a violent relationship.

"I'm always going to give encouraging words and that's get away if you can."

Mills is still in jail facing several charges, including aggravated murder of a pregnant woman, use of a firearm in the commission of a felony, abuse of a child causing serious injury, shooting in the commission of a felony and possession of a firearm by a felon. Shaquana Jordan's family says funeral services are pending.

Portsmouth Police exhume infant remains from unsolved cold cases

1 February 2025 at 02:07

PORTSMOUTH, Va. (WAVY) -- Investigators with the Portsmouth Police Department have decided to reopen a pair of cold case investigations after they exhumed the remains of two baby girls who died nearly 30 years ago.

They reopened the two cold case investigations due to a collaboration with the Richmond Office of Medical Examiner, which received a grant that funds the use of new DNA sequencing technology to help identify victims.

The remains of the two infants were each discovered at the SPSA waste management facility located at 4 Victory Blvd.

Their deaths were ruled as homicides.

The first victim, who officers named "Baby Angel Valentine" was discovered Feb. 13, 1995. The second victim, who officers named "Baby June," was found June 24, 1996.

β€œWe don’t give up on cases,” said Sgt. Jeremiah Lee. β€œOur goal is to solve every case no matter how long ago it may have happened. Hopefully, this technology will allow us to identify the infant victims and bring them justice.”

It is currently unknown if the two homicides are related to one another.

If you have any information about this case, you can submit an anonymous tip by calling 1-888-LOCK-U-UP, downloading the P3 tips app to a mobile device, or visitingΒ www.P3tips.comΒ and submitting a tip.

Concrete truck spill causes road closure near Portsmouth Blvd.

31 January 2025 at 15:02

PORTSMOUTH, Va. (WAVY) - Traffic was diverted near Portsmouth Boulevard on I-264 due to a concrete truck spill, police said.

Police said the incident occurred just after 10 a.m. Friday, when a concrete mix truck "lost its load."

According to the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT), all west lanes were closed on I-264 at the Portsmouth Boulevard exit. At 1 p.m., Virginia State Police said all lanes had reopened.

Traffic cam near the scene showed traffic being diverted while crews work to clear the road.

Courtesy: VDOT

10 On Your Side has reached out for more information on the incident.

Continue to check WAVY.com for updates.

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