Virginia Murder Fugitive

Victim suffered more than two weeks in Hospital before death

EAST COAST FUGITIVE NEWS -- Corey Leshawn Ballard is most wanted for murder in Virginia. Ballard is accused of shooting 26-year-old Bruce Wright several times in the torso on November 20, 2009, at approximately 3:30 a.m. in the City of Hampton. However, Bruce Wright did not die immediately from his lethal wounds, he survived a little over two weeks until December 6, 2009, at Riverside Regional Medical Center in Newport News.

Corey Leshawn Ballard - Virginia Murder Fugitive

It is believed the two men were acquainted and that there was an argument between them before the shooting occurred outside of Wright's home in the 1400 block of Seward Drive in Hampton. Therefore, since these men are unrelated nor household members, this type of killing is considered to be an argument / conflict homicide. An argument homicide occurs due to a verbal dispute were passions escalate into an altercation ending in murder. Whereas, a conflict homicide occurs when a conflict of interest comes between the victim and killer.

Corey Leshawn Ballard is described as:

• Age: 34
• Height: 69 inches
• Weight: 150 pounds
• Complexion: Dark
• Eyes: Brown
• Hair: Black
• Sex: Male
• Race: Black

Additionally, Corey Leshawn Ballard has been charged with murder, use of a firearm in the commission of a felony and possession of a firearm by a convicted felon. A Warrant for Ballard's arrest is filed with the Police in Hampton, Virginia.

Anyone who knows the whereabouts of this suspected fugitive killer is asked to call the Hampton Police Division at 727-6111 or the Crime Line at 1-888-562-5887. If seen outside of Virginia, contact your local law enforcement. Corey Leshawn Ballard is considered armed and dangerous. As with all fugitives, Ballard should not be confronted or approached.