Thursday, November 5, 2020

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.