PORTSMOUTH
A Cradock man was shot and killed in a robbery attempt Tuesday night as he walked home.
Detwan Sims, 25, of Harris Road was shot about 11:37 p.m. Police said he was walking to his house when two men tried to rob him, and he was shot.
Sims then crawled to the rear door to alert his family, who called 911. He died about 4:10 a.m. Wednesday at a hospital.
Anyone with information should call Crime Line at 1-888-LOCK-U-UP or text the word “Portsmouth” plus a tip to 274637 (CRIMES).
Patrick Wilson, (757) 222-3893, patrick.wilson@pilotonline.com
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Article source: http://hamptonroads.com/2011/12/robbers-killed-portsmouth-man-police-say