Thursday, October 30, 2025

Victim Identified in West Cary Street Homicide Investigation

 

Victim Identified in West Cary Street Homicide Investigation

                              

Richmond Police detectives have identified the victim in the West Cary Street homicide investigation as Kwaivon Dejesus, 36, of Richmond.

Yesterday, at approximately 4:29 p.m., officers were called to the 1400 block of West Cary Street for the report of a person shot. Officers arrived and located an adult male, Dejesus, outside of a church suffering from an apparent gunshot wound. He was transported to a local hospital, where he succumbed to his injuries and was pronounced dead.

The investigation indicates the shooting followed an altercation between the victim and another adult male.

The Medical Examiner will determine the cause and manner of death.

Anyone with information about this homicide investigation is asked to call Major Crimes Detective B. Neifield at (804) 646-3246 or contact Crime Stoppers at (804) 780-1000. The P3 Tips app for smartphones may also be used. All Crime Stoppers reporting methods are anonymous.

Wednesday, October 29, 2025

Advisory: Richmond Police Charge Multiple Individuals in Reckless Traffic Disruptions

Richmond Police Charge Multiple Individuals in Reckless Traffic Disruptions

 

The Richmond Police Department has charged several individuals following a large “car club” gathering that disrupted traffic and caused injuries across the city late Saturday night, October 18.

 

“This kind of reckless driving is not just dangerous – it’s criminal,” said RPD Chief Rick Edwards. “If you choose to endanger others with these illegal, dangerous acts, you risk losing your vehicle. The Richmond Police Department will continue to make arrests and, in coordination with the Office of the Commonwealth’s Attorney, will seek to seize and forfeit the vehicles used. We will not allow a few reckless drivers to threaten the safety of our community.”

 

At approximately 11:32 p.m., an off-duty officer near West Broad Street and Arthur Ashe Boulevard observed vehicles driving recklessly. Responding officers found numerous vehicles and pedestrians blocking the intersection. One vehicle fled at a high rate of speed, and the Metro Aviation Unit was called to assist.

 

With aerial support, officers located and stopped several drivers involved in the activity near South 9th and East Canal streets.

 

The following individuals were charged:

 

1.      Jabez Ray, 20, of Virginia Beach — reckless driving and failure to display front license plate.

2.      Roderick McCree, 22, of Woodbridge, VA — racing or exhibition driving; aiding or abetting. His vehicle was towed.

3.      Tyler Outlaw, 21, Moyock, NC – summons issued for failure to display rear license plate.

Warrants were also obtained for two other individuals who were involved and stopped that night. The two offenders reside in other jurisdictions and officers are working with law enforcement to serve those warrants.

At approximately the same time on Saturday, officers responded to reports of other reckless motorists in the 4800 block of Forest Hill Avenue blocking the intersection. Drivers were reportedly performing burnouts in the street and driving dangerously with over 200 total participants including involved spectators.

 

With assistance from the Metro Aviation Unit, officers stopped Michael Suarez Rivero, 22, of Springfield, VA, who was charged with reckless driving and having an altered license plate. His vehicle was towed for investigation.

 

Detectives are also investigating a felony hit and run that occurred at the Forest Hill Avenue location. An adult male called police on Friday, October 24 and reported that he was struck by a vehicle that was driving recklessly during this incident.

 

When injured, he was transported to a local hospital in a private vehicle with injuries that were not considered life threatening. The delay in reporting was due to the victim seeking out medical treatment for his injuries.


Anyone with information about this incident is asked to call Hit and Run Investigator Detective Sergeant R. Misegades at (804) 646-3135 or call Crime Stoppers at (804) 780-1000 or use the P3 Tips app. All tips remain anonymous.

Friday, October 24, 2025

Advisory: Bicyclist Identified in Fatal Collision on West Broad Street

 

October 24, 2025

 

Bicyclist Identified in Fatal Collision on West Broad Street

 

The Richmond Police Department Crash Team has identified the bicyclist who was struck while crossing Bowe Street while riding his bicycle as James Boggs, Jr., 46, of Richmond.

 

Yesterday at approximately 3:28 p.m., officers were called to the 1500 block of West Broad Street for the report of a collision. Officers arrived and found an adult male, Boggs, Jr.,  down on the ground unconscious after being struck by a dark colored sedan. He was transported to a local hospital, where he succumbed to his injuries.

 

The RPD Crash Team responded to the scene and determined the driver of the vehicle was traveling southbound on Bowe Street and was attempting to make a right turn onto West Broad Street when he struck the bicyclist who was riding eastbound on Broad Street crossing Bowe Street. 

 

This investigation continues. At this time, the driver has been charged with failure to stop for pedestrian at a crosswalk.

 

Anyone with information about this incident is asked to contact RPD Crash Team Investigator J. Ozolins at (804) 646-8671 or call Crime Stoppers at (804) 780-1000. The P3 Tips Crime Stoppers app for smartphones may also be used.  All Crime Stoppers methods are anonymous.

Thursday, October 23, 2025

Advisory: Victim Identified in Clay Street Homicide Investigation

 

October 23, 2025  

 

Victim Identified in Clay Street Homicide Investigation

 

Richmond Police detectives have identified the victim in the Clay Street homicide investigation as Sidiki Fofana, 29, of Richmond.

 

Yesterday at approximately 11:13 p.m., officers were called to the 800 block of Clay Street for the report of a person shot. Officers arrived and located an adult male, Fofana, on the ground with an apparent gunshot wound. He was transported to a local hospital where he succumbed to his injuries and was pronounced dead.

 

The Medical Examiner will determine the cause and manner of death.

 

Anyone with information about this homicide investigation is asked to call Major Crimes Detective A. Darnell at (804) 646-3927 or contact Crime Stoppers at (804) 780-1000. The P3 Tips Crime Stoppers app for smartphones also may be used. All Crime Stoppers reporting methods are anonymous.

Advisory: Fatal Collision Involving Bicyclist on West Broad Street

 

October 23, 2025

 

Fatal Collision Involving Bicyclist on West Broad Street

 

The Richmond Police Department Crash Team is investigating a fatal collision involving a bicyclist and a vehicle in the 1500 block of West Broad Street.

 

Today at approximately 3:28 p.m., officers were called to the 1500 block of West Broad Street for the report of a collision. Officers arrived and found an adult male down on the ground unconscious after being struck by a dark colored sedan. He was transported to a local hospital, where he succumbed to his injuries.

 

The RPD Crash Team responded to the scene and determined the driver of the vehicle was traveling southbound on Bowe Street and was attempting to make a right turn onto West Broad Street when he struck the bicyclist who was riding eastbound on Broad Street crossing Bowe Street. 

 

The driver of the vehicle remained at the scene and is cooperating with investigators.

 

Anyone with information about this incident is asked to contact RPD Crash Team Investigator J. Ozolins at (804) 646-8671 or call Crime Stoppers at (804) 780-1000. The P3 Tips Crime Stoppers app for smartphones may also be used.  All Crime Stoppers methods are anonymous.

Thursday, October 16, 2025

Advisory: Two Suspects Arrested in Coalter Street Homicide Investigation

 

October 16, 2025             

 

Two Suspects Arrested in Coalter Street Homicide Investigation

 

Richmond Police detectives, with the assistance of the U.S. Marshals Regional Fugitive Task Force, have made two arrests in the homicide that occurred in May on Coalter Street.

 

The following individuals have been arrested and charged with murder and use of a firearm in relation to this homicide:

 

Michael Caballero, 32, of Richmond, arrested by the U.S. Marshals on September 11, and served with his indictments on September 30. His booking photo is attached.

 

Brian Jackson, 32, of Lexington SC, was arrested in Newport News, Virginia by the Newport News Police Department on August 19, and served with his indictments on August 20. His booking photo is attached.

 

At approximately 2:05 a.m., Saturday, May 31, officers were called to the 1300 block of Coalter Street for the report of a person down. Officers arrived and located an adult male, K-Ron Washington, 31, of Richmond, down on the ground with apparent gunshot wounds. He was transported to a local hospital where he succumbed to his injuries and was pronounced dead.

  

Anyone with information about homicide investigation is asked to call Major Crimes Detective P. Ripley at (804) 646-0423 or call Crime Stoppers at (804) 780-1000.










Advisory: Three Suspects Arrested in Fairfield Avenue Homicide Investigation

 

October 16, 2025             

 

Three Suspects Arrested in Fairfield Avenue Homicide Investigation

 

Richmond Police detectives have made three arrests in the homicide that occurred in April on Fairfield Avenue.

 

The following individuals have been arrested in relation to the homicide of Antonio Roane, 42, of Richmond. These individuals were indicted on October 6.

 

Twaneka Morman, 30, of Richmond, charged with murder and use of a firearm in commission of a felony. Booking photo attached.

 

Tiffany Wright, 34, of Henrico, charged with maliciously shooting into an occupied vehicle. Booking photo attached.

 

Ramel Thompson, 27, of Henrico, charged with maliciously shooting into an occupied vehicle and possession of a firearm by a violent felon. Booking photo attached.

 

At approximately 7:28 a.m., Saturday, April 12, officers were called to the 2200 block of Fairfield Avenue for the report of a person down. Officers arrived and located an adult male, Roane, down and unresponsive on a sidewalk. He had suffered an apparent gunshot wound and was pronounced dead at the scene.

 

Anyone with information about this homicide investigation is asked to call Major Crimes Detective M. Godwin at (804) 646-5533 or contact Crime Stoppers at (804) 780-1000. The P3 Tips Crime Stoppers app for smartphones also may be used. All Crime Stoppers reporting methods are anonymous.