Victims Identified in Six Vehicle Collision on Thanksgiving Day

November 30, 2020

The Richmond Police Department’s Special Operations Division-Traffic Crash Team has identified the victims of last week’s six vehicle collision as Karen Murphy, a female in her 50s, and Kevin Hancock, a male in his 50s.

At approximately 7:54 p.m. on Thursday, November 26, 2020, the operator of a pick-up truck, traveling westbound on Brookland Park Boulevard, disregarded a red light and entered the intersection of Chamberlayne Avenue, striking two vehicles, including an SUV, that were traveling southbound on Chamberlayne Avenue.

All three vehicles then collided with three vehicles that were stopped in the eastbound lanes of Brookland Park Boulevard.

Murphy and Hancock were in the SUV. Murphy was pronounced dead at the scene. Hancock was transported to a local hospital where he succumbed to his injuries.

The driver of the pick-up truck, an adult male and sole occupant, was transported to a local hospital with injuries that were not considered life threatening. Charges are pending

Occupants of the other vehicles, all adults, suffered minor injuries.

The crash remains under investigation. Anyone with information is asked to call RPD Crash Team Investigator D. Olson at 804-646-1664 or contact Crime Stoppers at 780-1000. All Crime Stoppers methods are anonymous. 

Delivery Vest-Wearing Suspect Sought in Package Thefts

November 27, 2020

Third Precinct detectives need the public’s help to identify the male in the photo who is suspected of stealing packages from several homes this week.

In several incidents, the adult male wore a blue delivery-type vest, much like the one in the attached photo, which could give onlookers the impression he was legitimately making deliveries. With a parcel or box in hand, the suspect would approach a porch, which already had parcels present, switch out the real delivered boxes with the one he approached with, and walk to a waiting vehicle.

The vehicle, also pictured partially obscured by tree branches, is a blue sedan, possibly a Nissan Sentra.

If anyone sees suspicious activity or what they believe to be this suspect they are asked to call 911. Anyone with information is also asked to email Third Precinct Lieutenant Phibbs at william.phibbs@richmondgov.com or call Crime Stoppers at (804) 780-1000.

The Richmond Police Department suggests that during this busy season of package delivery:

• Consider having packages delivered to your place of employment;
• Ask a family member or trusted neighbor to receive your parcels;
• Pick up packages at a local distribution center or locker location, or;
• Request signature on delivery.

Suspect Sought in Hull Street Homicide

November 25, 2020

Richmond Police Department detectives need the public’s help to locate Jesse Hall, the suspect in this month’s homicide on Hull Street. His photo is attached. Hall is in his late 20’s, is 5’ 6” tall with a slight build. He may be driving a Dodge hatchback, gold in color.

At approximately 11:17 a.m., on Wednesday, November 11, officers were called to the 3000 block of Hull Street for the report of a person shot. Officers arrived and found Nicholas Yarborough, a male in his 20’s, in a front yard of a structure down and unresponsive suffering from an apparent gunshot wound. He was pronounced dead at the scene.

Anyone who sees Hall is asked to call 911.

Anyone with knowledge of Hall’s whereabouts is asked to call 911 or Major Crimes Detective A. Darnell at (804) 646-3927 or 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.

Victim Identified in Cheatwood Avenue Homicide

 November 24, 2020

Richmond Police detectives have identified the victim of yesterday’s shooting on Cheatwood Avenue as Chae’Meshia Simms, a transgender woman in her 30’s.

At approximately 5:42 a.m., officers were called to the 800 block of Cheatwood Avenue for the report of a vehicle colliding into a structure. RPD officers, the Richmond Fire Department and the Richmond Ambulance Authority arrived and found Simms, the sole occupant, in the vehicle that had collided into a detached garage in an alley. She had suffered an apparent gunshot wound and was pronounced dead at the scene.

The Medical Examiner will determine the cause and manner of death.

The Major Crimes division’s detectives are investigating this incident and ask anyone with information to call Major Crimes Detective M. Godwin at (804) 646-5533 or 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.

Victim Identified in Labrook Drive Homicide

November 22, 2020

Richmond police detectives have identified the victim in yesterday’s homicide on Labrook Drive as a juvenile female in her late teens.

At approximately 1:37 p.m. yesterday, officers responded to the 500 block of Labrook Drive for the report of a person down. When officers arrived, they located a juvenile female inside a residence suffering from an apparent gunshot wound. She was pronounced on scene.

Earlier in the day around 11:17 a.m., officers were called to intersection of Carnation Street and Midlothian Turnpike for the report of a vehicle stopped at the stoplight for a period of time. When officers arrived, they found an adult male unresponsive inside the vehicle suffering from an apparent self-inflicted gunshot wound. He was transported to a local hospital with life-threatening injuries.

Detectives have determined these two incidents are related. The victim and the male suspect knew each other and were in a relationship.

 The Medical Examiner will determine the cause and manner of death.

Anyone with information is asked to call Major Crimes Detective P. Mansfield at (804) 646-6996 or 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.

Labrook Drive Death Investigation

November 22, 2020

At approximately 1:37 p.m. today, officers responded to the 500 block of Labrook Drive for the report of a person down. When officers arrived, they located a juvenile female in her teens inside a residence suffering from an apparent gunshot wound. She was pronounced on scene. 

Earlier in the day around 11:17 a.m., officers were called to intersection of Carnation Street and Midlothian Turnpike for the report of a vehicle stopped at the stoplight for a period of time. When officers arrived, they found an adult male unresponsive inside the vehicle suffering from an apparent self-inflicted gunshot wound. He was transported to a local hospital with life-threatening injuries.

At this time, the Major Crimes division’s detectives are investigating to determine if these two incidents are related.

The Medical Examiner will determine the cause and manner of death.

Anyone with information is asked to call Major Crimes Detective P. Mansfield at (804) 646-6996 or 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.

Pedestrian Fatally Struck on Hull Street

November 21, 2020

The Richmond Police Department’s Special Operations Divisions-Traffic Crash Team is investigating an incident that occurred last night in which a pedestrian was fatally struck on Hull Street.

At approximately 8:50 p.m. yesterday, an adult male pedestrian was crossing the road in the 2600 block of Hull Street when he appeared to have fallen. He was lying in the street and was struck by a vehicle heading east on Hull Street.

The driver of the vehicle remained on scene.

The pedestrian was transported to a local hospital where he later succumbed to his injuries.

Anyone with information about this crash is asked to call RPD Crash Team Investigator R.Rose at 804-646-1665 or contact Crime Stoppers at 780-1000. All Crime Stoppers methods are anonymous.

Missing Richmond Woman Sought - UPDATED 11/21/2020, 6:15 PM

November 21, 2020, 6:15 PM

Good Evening,

Minnie Saunders was located this evening and is safe. We would like to thank the media and public for sharing this information.

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November 21, 2020

The Richmond Police Department is asking for the public’s help in locating a missing woman.

Minnie L. Saunders, 64 was last seen on Friday, November 20, 2020 leaving her residence in the 2200 block of Chalfont Drive.

Saunders is approximately 5’4” and weighs about 140 pounds. She was last seen wearing square framed glasses, blue jeans, a white shirt, black shoes, and carrying a red and white bag. She was also possibly wearing a pink coat.

Saunders suffers from a medical condition so there is a concern for her safety.

Anyone with information on his whereabouts is asked to call Detective Sergeant M. Mocello at (804) 814-4233 or contact Crime Stoppers at (804) 780-1000.

Missing Richmond Man Sought - UPDATED 11/22/2020, 2:55 PM

November 22, 2020, 2:55 PM

Good Afternoon,

Lee Braswell has been located and is safe.

Thank you to the media and the public for sharing the information to get the word out.

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November 21, 2020 

The Richmond Police Department is asking for the public’s help in locating a missing man.

Lee Braswell, 31, was last seen at his residence in the 2900 block of Edgewood Avenue on November 7, 2020.

Braswell was last seen wearing blue jeans and a white t-shirt. He is approximately 5’6” and weighs 150 pounds. He has multiple tattoos on his arms.

He drives a 2005 black Ford Escape with the license plate VJJ-7380.

Anyone with information on his whereabouts is asked to call Detective A. Pavlenko at (804) 646-5419 or contact Crime Stoppers at (804) 780-1000.

Suspects Sought in Break-In and Looting of East Broad Street Businesses

November 20, 2020

Richmond Police detectives need the public’s help to identify the individuals in the attached photos, who are suspected of breaking in and looting businesses on East Broad Street during the riots on May 31.

The three businesses impacted were Waller & Company Jewelers, Jefferson Loan Office (pawn shop), and Blue Nine Market.

Anyone with information about the identity of these 11 suspects is asked to call Fourth Precinct Detective J. Land at (804) 646-3103 or contact Crime Stoppers at (804) 780-1000. The P3 Tips Crime Stoppers app for smartphones may also be used.  All Crime Stoppers methods are anonymous.

1.      Jefferson Loan Office

2.       All three stores

3.       Waller & Co.

4.      Waller & Co.

5.      Waller & Co. and Blue Nine Market

6.      Waller & Co.

7.      Waller & Co.

8.      Waller & Co. and Blue Nine Market

9.      Waller & Co. and Blue Nine Market

10.  Waller & Co.

11.  Blue Nine Market

Missing Man Sought -- UPDATED 11/19/2020

November 19, 2020 - 11:30 AM

Preston Cantrell was located in Chesterfield County this morning and is safe. We would like to thank the media and public for sharing this information.

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November 18, 2020

The Richmond Police Department is asking for the public’s help in locating a missing man.

Preston Cantrell, 26, was last seen walking away from One Source, located at 1506 Rady Street, on November 6, 2020.

Cantrell suffers from a mental health disorder and may be off of his medication.

Cantrell is approximately 5’ 6” and weighs about 140 pounds.

Anyone with information on his whereabouts is asked to call Detective Sergeant W. Skinner at (804) 212-5686 or contact Crime Stoppers at (804) 780-1000.

Victim Identified in Oliver Hill Way Death Investigation

November 18, 2020

Richmond Police detectives have identified the victim in Friday’s death investigation on Oliver Hill Way as James Daniels, a male in his twenties.

At approximately 3:16 p.m., on Friday, November 13, officers were called to the 900 block of Oliver Hill Way for the report of a person shot. Officers arrived and found James Daniels in an apartment down and unresponsive suffering from an apparent gunshot wound. He was pronounced dead at the scene.

The Medical Examiner will determine the cause and manner of death.

Anyone with information is asked to call Major Crimes Detective J. Larry at (804) 646-5896 or 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.

Victim Identified in Garber Street Death Investigation

November 18, 2020

Richmond Police detectives have identified the victim in last week’s death investigation on Garber Street as Edward Agurs, a male in his thirties.

At approximately 3:30 p.m., on Monday, November 9, officers were called to the Fulton neighborhood for the report of shots fired. Officers arrived and found Edward Agurs in the 1300 block of Nelson Street who had suffered an apparent gunshot wound. Detectives determined the shooting occurred nearby, in the 1400 block of Garber Street.

Agurs was transported to a local hospital where he succumbed to his injury.

The Medical Examiner will determine cause and manner of death.

Anyone with information about this death investigation is asked to call Major Crimes Detective P. Ripley at (804) 646-0423 or 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.

Victim Identified in Hull Street Homicide

November 17, 2020

The Richmond Police Department has identified the victim in last week’s homicide on Hull Street as Nicholas Yarborough, a male in his twenties.

At approximately 11:17 a.m., on Wednesday, November 11, officers were called to the 3000 block of Hull Street for the report of a person shot. Officers arrived and found Nicholas Yarborough in a front yard of a structure down and unresponsive suffering from an apparent gunshot wound. He was pronounced dead at the scene.

The Medical Examiner will determine the cause and manner of death.

Hull Street is a major thoroughfare and detectives ask anyone who may have seen anything suspicious that morning in that Hull Street area, near the intersection of Broad Rock Road, to contact detectives.

Anyone with information is asked to call Major Crimes Detective A. Darnell at (804) 646-3927 or 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.

Missing Man Sought

UPDATE: Missing Man Found
November 17, 2020, 7:07 PM

Good Evening,

Gregory Lewis was located this evening and is safe.  We would like to thank the media and public for sharing this information.

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November 17, 2020

The Richmond Police Department is asking for the public’s help in locating a missing man.

Gregory L. Lewis was last seen on Friday, November 13, 2020 leaving his residence in the 2700 block of Semmes Avenue.

Lewis is likely operating a beige 2007 Buick Lucerne with the license plate WTG-3341. Photos of the vehicle are attached. The vehicle was last seen the same day at approximately 10:25 a.m. on Interstate 95 in Fairfax County, headed back towards Richmond.

Lewis is approximately 6’ and weighs about 185 pounds.

Anyone with information on his whereabouts is asked to call Detective Sergeant M. Mocello at (804) 814-4233 or contact Crime Stoppers at (804) 780-1000.

Blank Ballot Envelopes Stolen from Business -- UPDATED 11/19/2020

November 19, 2020 - 11:24 AM

Good Morning,

We have an update regarding the stolen blank ballot envelopes:

The reported stolen box of blank ballot envelopes were located this morning and no ballot envelopes appear to be missing. The box was found several blocks away from the business. At this time, no arrests have been made. Anyone with information about the identity of the suspect is asked to call Fourth Precinct Detective P. Cho at 804-646-2939.

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November 17, 2020

Richmond Police detectives are currently investigating a post-election theft of unused voting ballot envelopes that were stolen from a business on High Street.

Around 7:40 a.m. yesterday, an unknown suspect stole a box of unused blank ballot envelopes from a business in the 1500 block of High Street. No ballots were in the envelopes. The business does not supply ballot envelopes to the City of Richmond Registrar’s Office. A photo of the ballot envelope is attached.

Anyone with information about the identity of the suspect or whereabouts of the ballot envelopes is asked to call Fourth Precinct Detective P. Cho at (804) 646-2939 or contact Crime Stoppers at (804) 780-1000 or at www.7801000.com. The P3 Tips Crime Stoppers app for smartphones may also be used.  All Crime Stoppers methods are anonymous. 

Oliver Hill Way Death Investigation

November 13, 2020

At approximately 3:16 p.m., officers were called to the 900 block of Oliver Hill Way for the report of a person shot. Officers arrived and found an adult male in an apartment down and unresponsive suffering from an apparent gunshot wound. He was pronounced dead at the scene.

The Medical Examiner will determine the cause and manner of death.

The Major Crimes division’s detectives are investigating this incident. The Chief of Police, Command Staff, First Precinct leadership and the Forensics Unit also responded to the scene.

Anyone with information is asked to call Major Crimes Detective J. Larry at (804) 646-5896 or 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.

Richmond Police Earns CALEA Reaccreditation

November 13, 2020

The Richmond Police Department received its fourth Advanced GOLD Standard Reaccreditation from the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies, Inc. (CALEA) on Thursday, November 12. The accreditation period pertains to the timeframe of April 2016 to April 2020.

“The CALEA Gold Standard Reaccreditation with Excellence Award recognizes the hard work of the members of the Richmond Police Department and their commitment to public safety,” said Chief Gerald Smith. “Accreditation ensures the department has consistent policies, formalizes management practices, and provides accountability through checks and balances through all levels of the agency.”

CALEA accreditation signifies that an agency has met specific standards of excellence. The Richmond Police Department had to demonstrate compliance with close to 500 standards to earn re-accreditation status. A team of CALEA assessors from around the country visited Richmond this past March. They interviewed Department personnel, citizen police academy graduates, retired officers, city directors, Richmond residents and other mutual agreement partners. Due to the ongoing pandemic, the assessors were unable to hold a public forum, but still received feedback from the public.  The use of technology was expanded to include remote work capabilities. Agency leadership communicated frequently to address any department concerns, responses and protocols.

For more information about CALEA, visit www.calea.org.

Pictured: Chief Gerald Smith, Operations Manager Daryl Jones, Deputy Director Victoria Pearson, and Sgt. Doran Broadnax. All four attended the virtual CALEA conference this week as the Commissioners conducted a review of the Department.

Hull Street Death Investigation

November 11, 2020

At approximately 11:17 a.m., officers were called to the 3000 block of Hull Street for the report of a person shot. Officers arrived and found an adult male in a front yard of a structure down and unresponsive suffering from an apparent gunshot wound. He was pronounced dead at the scene.

The Medical Examiner will determine the cause and manner of death.

The Major Crimes division’s detectives are investigating this incident. The Chief of Police, Command Staff, Second Precinct leadership, Forensics and K-9 officers also responded to the scene.

Hull Street is a major thoroughfare and detectives ask anyone who may have seen anything suspicious this morning in that Hull Street area, near the intersection of Broad Rock Road, to contact detectives.

Anyone with information is asked to call Major Crimes Detective A. Darnell at (804) 646-3927 or 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.

Officer Fires Service Weapon during Response to Shots Fired Incident

Officer Fires Service Weapon during Response to Shots Fired Incident

At approximately 8:58 p.m., officers responded to the 2000 block of Creighton Road in the Creighton neighborhood for the report of shots fired.

 

As officers approached, an officer observed an individual, an adult male, who was in possession of a firearm. That male fled on foot from the officer and did not comply with numerous commands from the officer to drop the firearm. The male brandished the firearm and the officer fired a single shot from his service weapon. There were no injuries. The male was taken into custody and a firearm was recovered.

 

Chief Gerald Smith, Command Staff, the Major Crimes division and Internal Affairs responded to the scene. The investigation continues.

 

The officer who fired his service weapon has been placed on administrative assignment as the Department investigates this incident.

 

Ireq White has been charged with trespassing and brandishing a firearm. Both charges are misdemeanors. His booking photo is attached.

 

Anyone with further information about this incident is asked to call Crime Stoppers at (804) 780-1000.

Whitcomb Street Quadruple Shooting

November 9, 2020

Richmond Police detectives are investigating a quadruple shooting that occurred yesterday evening.

At approximately 11:01 p.m., officers were called to the 1900 block of Whitcomb Street for the report of a shooting.

Officers arrived and found three adult males suffering from apparent gunshot wounds. They were transported to a local hospital with non-life threatening injuries. A fourth victim with an apparent gunshot wound self-transported to a local hospital.

Anyone with information about this incident is asked to call Major Crimes Det. DiSalvo at 804-646-3930 or Crime Stoppers at 780-1000.

Fulton Death Investigation

November 9, 2020

At approximately 3:30 p.m., officers were called to the Fulton neighborhood for the report of shots fired. Officers arrived and found an adult male in the 1300 block of Nelson Street who had suffered an apparent gunshot wound.

He was transported to a local hospital where he succumbed to his injury.

The Medical Examiner will determine cause and manner of death.

The Major Crimes division’s detectives are investigating this incident and believe the shooting occurred nearby, in the 1400 block of Garber Street.

Anyone with information about this death investigation is asked to call Major Crimes Detective P. Ripley at (804) 646-0423 or 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.

Suspect Sought in Cedar Street Construction Site Theft

November 9, 2020

Richmond Police detectives are asking for the public’s help to identify the individual in the attached photos, who is suspected of stealing building materials from a construction site.

Between September 23 and September 25, 2020, the male suspect was seen stealing more than a dozen pressure-treated boards from a construction site in the 1900 block of Cedar Street. He loaded the building materials into an older model pickup truck with a ladder. The estimated value of the boards is more than $550.

Anyone with information about the identity of this suspect is asked to call First Precinct Detective J. Clark at (804) 646-0698 or contact Crime Stoppers at (804) 780-1000 or at www.7801000.com.  The P3 Tips Crime Stoppers app for smartphones may also be used.  All Crime Stoppers methods are anonymous.

Arrest Made, Victim Identified in West Cary Street Homicide

 

November 9, 2020

Richmond Police detectives have made an arrest and identified the victim in yesterday’s homicide on West Cary Street.

At approximately 8:24 p.m. on Sunday, November 8, 2020, officers responded to the 1700 block of West Cary Street for the report of male possibly having a psychotic episode outside. Once on scene, they came in contact with Maury E. Williams. Williams informed officers of an incident that occurred inside a nearby residence, where they found his girlfriend, Christina Cunningham – a female in her 20s – unresponsive with apparent stab wounds. She was pronounced dead at the scene.

Williams was arrested and has been charged with Murder and Stabbing in the Commission of a Felony. His booking photo is attached.

Detectives have determined the suspect and victim had been in a relationship for approximately one year.

Anyone with information is asked to call Major Crimes Detective B. Neifeld at (804) 646-3246 or 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.

Victim Identified in Midlothian Turnpike Homicide

November 9, 2020

Richmond Police detectives have identified the victim in Thursday night’s homicide on Midlothian Turnpike as Ja’Shawn Pressley, a male in his late teens.

At approximately 8:05 p.m. on Thursday, November 5, officers responded to the 6800 block of Midlothian Turnpike for the report of a person shot. Once on scene, they found Ja’Shawn Pressley inside a vehicle with an apparent gunshot wound. He was pronounced at the scene.

The Medical Examiner will determine the cause and manner of death.

Anyone with information is asked to call Major Crimes Detective J. Higgins at (804) 646-7570 or 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.

Arrests Made During Protest in Downtown Richmond

November 6, 2020

The Richmond Police Department made several arrests last night during a protest in the downtown area.

Earlier in the day, RPD became aware of a potential event scheduled for 8:00 p.m. at the Lee Circle. At approximately 9:30 p.m., a few dozen protesters – led by the group “Black Lives Matter 757” – assembled nearby at the Stuart Circle. They marched alongside several protest support vehicles for approximately an hour before the vehicles drove into oncoming traffic at E Broad and N 9^th streets.

During that encounter, RPD officers wrote 10 summonses for various traffic offenses to include reckless driving and served two outstanding misdemeanor warrants. They also arrested Stephen Ward for carrying a concealed weapon. He was released on summons. Attached is a photo of the items he had on his person.

Some members of the group then continued marching in the downtown area. At approximately 11:30 p.m., RPD officers observed Kevin M. Beecher throw a traffic cone at an occupied tractor trailer, traveling through the intersection of W Broad and N Henry streets. The cone damaged the windshield (photo attached). Beecher then fled on foot, which resulted in a short pursuit. He was apprehended a block away at W Broad and N Monroe streets. Beecher is charged with inciting a riot, throwing a missile at an occupied vehicle, destruction of property, and pedestrian in roadway. His booking photo is attached along with a photo of the items he had on his person.

     Kevin M. Beecher

Items belonging to Kevin M. Beecher

Items belonging to Stephen Ward

Damaged tractor trailer

Midlothian Turnpike Death Investigation

November 5, 2020

At approximately 8:05 p.m., officers responded to the 6800 block of Midlothian Turnpike for the report of a person shot. Once on scene, they found an adult male inside a vehicle with an apparent gunshot wound. He was pronounced dead at the scene.

The Medical Examiner will determine the cause and manner of death.

The Major Crimes division’s detectives are investigating this incident. The Chief of Police, Command Staff, and Third Precinct leadership also responded to the scene.

Anyone with information is asked to call Major Crimes Detective J. Higgins at (804) 646-7570 or 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.

Rosetta Street Aggravated Assault

November 5, 2020

At approximately 2:28 p.m., officers were called to the 2500 block of Rosetta Street for the report of a person shot. Officers arrived and found an adult male outside of an apartment building suffering from an apparent gunshot wound. He was transported to a local hospital with an injury that is not considered life threatening.

The Major Crimes division’s detectives are investigating this incident. The Chief of Police, Command Staff and First Precinct leadership also responded to the scene.

Anyone with information about this shooting is asked to call 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.

Suspect Sought in North 24th Street Home Break-In, Jewelry Theft

November 4, 2020

Richmond Police detectives are asking for the public’s help to identify the individual in the attached photos and video who is suspected of breaking into a home and stealing jewelry.

At approximately 7:15 p.m. on September 16, 2020, security video from the back of a residence in the 800 block of North 24^th Street shows the male suspect walking up to the home. Detectives have determined he then kicked in the back door and stole a box and pouch, which contained jewelry valued at approximately $5,000. Attached is a photo of some of those items. A few have been in the victims’ family for years and are considered heirlooms.

Anyone with information about the identity of this suspect is asked to call First Precinct Detective J. Clark at (804) 646-0698 or contact Crime Stoppers at (804) 780-1000 or at www.7801000.com.  The P3 Tips Crime Stoppers app for smartphones may also be used.  All Crime Stoppers methods are anonymous.

Victim Identified in Phaup Street Homicide

November 3, 2020

Richmond Police Department detectives have identified the victim in yesterday’s homicide on Phaup Street as Marcellus Taylor.

At approximately 1:24 p.m., officers responded to the 2300 block of Phaup Street for the report of a shooting. Once on scene, they found an adult male, Taylor, down and unresponsive with apparent gunshot wounds. He was pronounced dead at the scene.

The Medical Examiner will determine the cause and manner of death.

The Major Crimes division’s detectives are following up on several leads but are still requesting information from the public regarding this homicide.

Anyone with information is asked to call Major Crimes Detective A. Sleem at (804) 814-7123 or 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.

Phaup Street Death Investigation

November 2, 2020

At approximately 1:24 p.m., officers responded to the 2300 block of Phaup Street for the report of a shooting. Once on scene, they found an adult male with apparent gunshot wounds. He was pronounced dead at the scene.

The Medical Examiner will determine the cause and manner of death.

The Major Crimes division’s detectives are investigating this incident. First Precinct leadership and Command Staff through the Chief of Police responded to the scene.

Anyone with information is asked to call Major Crimes Detective A. Sleem at (804) 814-7123 or 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.

Vehicle, Driver Sought in Hit and Run

November 2, 2020

The Richmond Police Department’s Crash Team is asking for the public’s help in locating a vehicle and driver involved in a hit and run that occurred Saturday night on East Broad Rock Road.

At approximately 10:03 p.m., a grey or silver-colored SUV traveling northbound on McGuire Drive disregarded a stop sign and collided with a sedan traveling on East Broad Rock Road. The sedan overturned and the SUV left the scene.

The female driver of the sedan was transported to a local hospital with injuries that were considered life threatening. Other occupants, including children, were in the sedan and suffered injuries that were not considered life threatening.

Investigators with the Crash Team are asking for anyone with information about the SUV or the operator, including those who were near the scene at the time of the collision, to contact RPD Crash Team Investigator Lindsey at (804) 646-6190 or Crime Stoppers at (804) 780-1000.

Mobile Vehicle Rally Leads to Incidents at Lee Circle.

A mobile political rally, which dubbed itself as a “Trump Train” originated in Henrico County, entered the city of Richmond this afternoon. The mobile rally drove to the Lee Monument circle at Monument and Allen avenues and confrontations with individuals at the circle ensued. Some of the vehicles left the roadway and crossed grassy medians near the area.

 

At approximately 4:18 p.m. an adult female who was at the circle reported, she was pepper sprayed by an unknown individual from a vehicle. A few minutes earlier, officers responded to the 1800 block of Monument Avenue (near the Lee circle) to investigate a report of an unoccupied vehicle struck once by gunfire. No other injuries were reported to the Richmond Police Department. Officers responded to clear the area and investigate the assault.

 

Anyone who has information about injuries, or has video or photos of individuals and vehicles involved in any assault are asked to call Crime Stoppers at (804) 780-1000.

 

The intersection at Monument Ave and Meadow St, Monument Ave and Lombardy St, Park Ave and Allen Ave, West Grace St and Allen Ave are closed to traffic.  Once normal traffic condition resume the community will be notified.  Local traffic and emergency vehicles will be able to travel through the area. Officers will maintain a presence and monitoring conditions in the area throughout the night.