September 24,
2016
Richmond Police
Department detectives have identified the victim of a homicide that occurred
last night in Gilpin Court.
Shortly after 1
a.m. this morning, a 4th Precinct officer heard gunfire in the 1000
block of St. Paul Street. He then found the victim on the street suffering from
an apparent gunshot wound.
The victim,
Anthony D. Mack, 41, of the 3200 block of Enslow Avenue, was transported to
a local hospital with life-threatening injuries. He later succumbed to his
injuries.
The Medical
Examiner will determine cause and manner of death. Police are still
investigating.
“We urge
residents who may have seen or heard something suspicious to come forward with
any information they may have,” said Major Crimes Lt. Donald Davenport. “If you
see something, say something. Information from the community will lead us to
the individual who committed this crime.”
Anyone with any information about this incident is asked to
call Major Crimes
Detective Edward Aeschlimann at (804) 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 or submit a tip online at www.7801000.com.
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. Crime
Stoppers methods are anonymous.