Hampton Police Investigating Commercial Burglary at Kroger Supermarket

HAMPTON, VA — The Hampton Police Division is asking for assistance from the community to identify a male suspect wanted in connection with a commercial burglary at a local Kroger supermarket.

According to police reports, the suspect forced his way into the supermarket retail location. Once inside, the individual targeted specific retail sections, successfully stealing an undisclosed amount of merchandise before fleeing the scene prior to the arrival of law enforcement officers.

Detectives are reviewing security camera footage from the supermarket and surrounding commercial properties in an attempt to construct a more detailed description of the suspect. He is described as a male, but further details regarding his height, weight, and clothing have not yet been officially released.

Local authorities emphasize that information from citizens is vital in solving commercial burglaries. Anyone with information about this crime or the identity of the suspect is asked to call the Hampton Police Division at 757-727-6111 or contact the anonymous Crime Line at 1-888-LOCK-U-UP.