May 13, 2017
The Richmond Police Department has identified the pedestrian
who was struck and killed last night on Chamberlayne Avenue as Donald C.
Cordell, 55, of the 3000 block of Chamberlayne Avenue.
At approximately 10:25 p.m., a vehicle was travelling south
in the 3000 block of Chamberlayne Avenue when Cordell
ran across the roadway. The vehicle, in the right travel lane, struck Cordell.
The vehicle came to an immediate stop but was then struck by a vehicle from the
rear in the same lane.
Both drivers remained on scene.
Cordell was transported to a local hospital where, this
morning, he succumbed to his injuries.
The RPD Crash Team responded to the scene where they took
measurements and interviewed the drivers. No charges are
expected at this time.
Investigators ask anyone with any information to call Crash
Team Investigator Roderick Rose at 646-1665 or
Crime Stoppers at 780-1000. Citizens can also submit a tip online at www.7801000.com or text Crime Stoppers at
274637, using the key word “ITip” followed by your tip. All Crime Stoppers
methods are anonymous.
