UPDATE: The body of a missing man from Portsmouth, Antwan Faulcon, was discovered in a rural field in Suffolk early Sunday morning. Authorities were alerted around 9 a.m. and found Faulcon, aged 48, unresponsive near the intersection of Old South Quay Road and Harvest Drive. First responders attempted to revive him, but he was pronounced dead at the scene.
The Suffolk Police Department has launched an investigation into the circumstances surrounding Faulcon’s death, though no cause has been released at this time. Officials confirmed that they are actively looking into the situation, but details remain scarce.
Complicating matters, Antwan Faulcon was previously identified as a person of interest in a September 14 shooting incident in Portsmouth that left a man injured. He had been reported missing on November 12, with his last known sighting on November 4 near London Boulevard and Goode Way. Authorities are investigating whether Faulcon’s vehicle was used in the shooting, raising serious questions about his connection to the ongoing investigations.
When inquired whether detectives had managed to speak with Faulcon prior to his death, a spokesperson for Portsmouth Police stated they were still verifying if the deceased was indeed the individual they were seeking for questioning.
The community is urged to come forward with any information that might assist in the investigation. The Suffolk Police have requested that anyone with relevant details contact the Suffolk Crime Line at 1-888-LOCK-U-UP or submit tips anonymously via www.p3tips.com.
As this story develops, the implications of Faulcon’s death on the investigation into the September shooting remain to be seen. Authorities are working diligently to establish a clearer picture of the events leading up to this tragic discovery. Stay tuned for updates as more information becomes available.
