January 6, 2016
The Richmond Police Department is conducting a death
investigation in reference to a body found this morning in Highland Terrace.
At approximately 6:12 a.m., officers were called to the 1000
block of Highland View Avenue near Veranda Avenue for a report of a person down
in the roadway. An adult male was pronounced dead by emergency medical
personnel.
Major Crimes detectives and the Forensic unit responded to
the scene and are investigating. At this time, the death is considered
suspicious, and detectives have not ruled out foul play. The Medical Examiner
will determine cause and manner of death.
Anyone with information about this incident is asked to call
Major Crimes Detective Edward Aeschlimann at 646-3351 or Crime
Stoppers at 780-1000. Citizens can also text Crime Stoppers at 274637,
using the key word “ITip” followed by your tip. Both Crime Stoppers
methods are anonymous.
