The city of Norfolk is grieving the loss of Greta Denise Huggins, a 60-year-old woman whose life ended in a sudden burst of gunfire late Thursday night on Goff Street. She was caught in a violent incident that also left two men injured.
Police say the shooting happened around 11:20 p.m. in the 800 block of Goff Street. Multiple shots were fired, striking Greta and two other men. Emergency crews rushed to the scene as neighbors watched in shock.
Greta was taken quickly to Sentara Norfolk General Hospital. Doctors worked to save her life, but she later died from her injuries. The two men injured in the shooting are expected to survive.
Family members describe Greta as the heart of their world. She was a mother, grandmother, and a steady source of love and guidance. Her presence, they say, made people feel safe and cared for.
Those who knew her remember a woman with a calm spirit and a generous heart. She was known for kind words, gentle support, and the ability to bring comfort to those around her even during hard times.
The shooting has left the Norfolk community shaken. What began as a quiet evening ended in flashing lights, police tape, and heartbreak spreading quickly through the neighborhood.
Investigators are still working to understand what led to the violence. For now, the focus remains on honoring Greta’s life and supporting the family she leaves behind.
Greta Denise Huggins’ memory continues to live through the people she loved and the lives she touched. Her family says her love will not be forgotten.
