March 17, 2016
Richmond Police detectives have arrested a Richmond man following a shooting incident in Gilpin Court.
Luke R. McCutchen, 20, of the 1200 block of St. Peter
Street, has been charged with Possession of a Firearm by a Convicted
Felon, Possession of Cocaine with Intent to Distribute, and Trespassing.
At approximately 2:20 p.m. yesterday, RPD officers were
called to the 1000 block of Hickory Street for a report of random gunfire.
Acting on tips from the community, RPD detectives arrested McCutchen a short
time later and recovered five firearms.
“The recovery of so many weapons is a big step in our
on-going effort to deal with gun violence in the city,” said RPD Chief
Alfred Durham. “I want to personally thank the people who called in with
tips. We can’t do it alone. We need help. We need more tips.”
The detectives recovered three .40 caliber handguns, a
9mm handgun, and a 7.62mm assault weapon.
Detectives are looking into what, if any, links there may be
with this shooting incident and some recent gun-related violence in Gilpin
Court.
Anyone with information about this case is asked to call
Major Crimes Detective Jamie Baynes at (804) 646-3617 or Crime Stoppers at
780-1000. Citizens can also text Crime Stoppers at 274637, using the
key word “ITip” followed by your tip.
Submit tips to GUN250 about persons illegally
possessing guns by texting Crime Stoppers at 274637, then using keyword
“GUN250” followed by your tip. Rewards up to $250. All the Crime
Stoppers methods are anonymous.
