October 3, 2017
The Richmond Police Department has identified the victim in last
night’s homicide on Clarkson Road as Bryant S. Jordan, 24, of the 5900 block
of Sugarbush Drive.
At
approximately 10:21 p.m., police were called to the 1400 block of Clarkson Road
for the report of a person shot. When officers arrived, they found Jordan
suffering from an apparent gunshot wound. He was pronounced dead at the scene.
Police
were told a suspect was seen running toward a residence along the 1400 block of
Clarkson Road shortly after. SWAT responded to clear the residence, but the
suspect was not located.
“We
would like to thank the Southwood residents for their patience while police
conducted their investigation,” said Capt. James Laino, “The incident impacted
the community for over six hours and we appreciate the cooperation.”
A
medical examiner will determine the cause and manner of death.
Anyone with information about this incident is asked to call Major
Crimes Detective G. Bailey at (804) 646-6743 or contact Crime Stoppers
at 780-1000 or at www.7801000.com.
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