Friday, September 29, 2017

Pedestrian Struck, Information Sought


September 29, 2017

The Richmond Police Department Crash Team is seeking information from anyone who witnessed a vehicle striking a pedestrian yesterday on Forest Hill Avenue.

At approximately 6:10 p.m., a pedestrian in a crosswalk was crossing Forest Hill Avenue in the 7400 block when a vehicle traveling westbound on Forest Hill Avenue struck the pedestrian. The pedestrian was transported to a local hospital with injuries that were considered life threatening.


Investigators with the Crash Team responded and interviewed the driver and took measurements. They are now requesting anyone who witnessed the collision at the intersection of Forest Hill Avenue and Sheila Lane near the entrance to Lowe’s and Walmart to contact Special Operations Division Investigator J. Peterson at (804) 646-1665 or call Crime Stoppers at (804) 780-1000.