September 24, 2020
The Richmond Police Department is asking for the public’s help to locate a suspect and vehicle of interest in connection to a homicide that occurred last week.
At approximately 7:46 p.m. on Wednesday, September 16,
officers responded to the 1900 block of Redd Street for the report of a
person shot. When officers arrived, they located Marquis Bushnell, a
male in his 30s, suffering from a gunshot wounds. He was transported to
a local hospital with life threatening injuries. Bushnell died from his
injuries shortly after.
“Marquis Bushnell was a father who had just moved to the
area,” said Major Crimes Detective A. Darnell. “He was shot and killed
while carrying groceries in for his family. We know someone out there has
information that can help us bring justice for his family.”
The vehicle of interest is described as a black or dark
colored newer model Dodge Journey SUV. The vehicle has dark wheels, no front
license plate, and silver accents.
Anyone with information about this incident is asked to
call Detective A. Darnell at (804) 646-3927 or contact Crime
Stoppers at (804) 780-1000. The P3 Tips Crime Stoppers app for
smartphones also may be used. All Crime Stoppers reporting methods are
anonymous.
