November 20, 2019
WHAT: Richmond
Police Department Community Walk
WHEN: 5:30 p.m. TODAY, November 20, 2019
WHERE: Bellemeade Community Center, 1800 Lynhaven Avenue
BACKGROUND: Chief William Smith, Command Staff and other Richmond Police Department officers
will walk at 5:30 p.m. today through the Bellemeade neighborhood. During
the walk, officers will speak with community members about safety concerns they
may have and what they would like to see from the Richmond Police Department.
Sector 213 Lt. Robert Marland said during this time of year, the area
has historically seen an increase in theft from motor vehicles and motor
vehicle thefts.
“With the colder temperatures, residents like to head out in the morning to a
nice warm car,” said Lt. Marland. “Please do not leave your car running.
You are creating an opportunity for your vehicle to be stolen. We can all work
together in reducing car crimes.”
This event is the latest
in a series of walks conducted by the Richmond Police Department in
neighborhoods throughout the city.
Members of the media are
encouraged to attend.
