November 30, 2016
A Chesterfield County man is facing two
felony charges in connection with a homicide that occurred Sunday in the east
end neighborhood of Eastview. Antonio L. Morris, 27, of the 500 block of Rosegill Road in North Chesterfield, was arrested today without incident by the U.S. Marshals Regional Fugitive Task Force. He is charged with conspiracy to commit robbery and conspiracy to commit murder. His booking photo is attached.
“This incident occurred in a residential area where there are a number of homes and apartments close together,” said Lt. Cynthia Hayes with the Major Crimes Division. “We’re asking anyone who saw or heard anything out of the ordinary to call us. Detectives are still actively investigating this incident and additional information will help solidify their case against those responsible for this violent crime.”
Shortly before 1 a.m., officers were
called to the 2000 block of Fairfield Avenue for a report of a shooting. When
officers and medical personnel arrived, they found Alton L. Neal, 37, of the
2100 block of Cedar Street, suffering from apparent gunshot wounds. He was
pronounced dead at the scene.
Police are asking anyone in the community
with information about this incident to call Major Crimes Detective Mark
Godwin at (804) 646-5533 or contact Crime Stoppers at 780-1000 or at
www.7801000.com.
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