Arrest Made in North 26th Street Homicide

The individual sought in connection to the homicide that occurred on North 26th Street on September 9, 2021, has been arrested and charged by Richmond Police Department detectives.

Warren Bagley, 25, of Richmond was charged with first degree murder and use of a firearm in the commission of a felony.

On Thursday, September 9, 2021, at approximately 6:38 p.m., Richmond Police were called to the 900 block of North 26th Street for the report of a shooting. Officers arrived and located an adult male who was later identified as 27-year old Davvion M. Graham of Chesterfield who was pronounced deceased on scene from a gunshot wound.

Names Released of Three Remaining Suspects In Adam Oakes Death Investigation

The three remaining individuals indicted in connection to the death of Adam Oakes have turned themselves in.

Andrew White of Ashburn (male, 22 years)

Charges:

Unlawful Hazing of Student

Purchase, providing alcohol to a minor

Robert Fritz of Midlothian (male, 21 years)
Charges:
Unlawful Hazing of Student
Purchase, providing alcohol to a minor

Alexander Bradley of Ashburn (male, 21 years)
Charges:
Unlawful Hazing of Student

Purchase, providing alcohol to a minor

(photo not available at time of release)

Victim Identified in Coalter Street Homicide

Richmond Police detectives have identified the victim in yesterday’s homicide on Coalter Street as Rishard Watkins, 38, of Richmond. 

Yesterday at approximately 4:54 p.m., Richmond Police were called to the 1300 block of Coalter Street for the report of a shooting. Officers arrived and located Watkins with an apparent gunshot wound. He was pronounced dead at the scene.

The Medical Examiner will determine cause and manner of death.

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

Maurice Avenue Homicide

Yesterday at approximately 2:10 p.m., Richmond Police were called to the 3100 block of Maurice Avenue to check on the welfare of a resident. Officers arrived and located an adult male who had suffered an apparent gunshot wound. He was pronounced dead at the scene.

The Medical Examiner will determine cause and manner of death.

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

 

Missing Persons Will Not Be Forgotten

 

Annual Date of Disappearance of Richmond’s Missing Persons

Recognized; Families Appeal to Public to Help Generate New Leads -

 

Who:  This month of September marks the anniversaries of the dates that three individuals went missing from our community; Benjamin Lott (9/26/08), Robert Long (9/18/11), and Keeshae Jacbos (9/26/16).

           We will revisit the cases and ask for your support to heighten awareness of these missing people.

Richmond Police Chief Gerald M. Smith appeals to the community for information that may generate new leads in unsolved missing person’s cases.

Chief Smith believes it’s important to keep these matters front and center in order to elicit public support in sharing the message.

 

What: Hear from RPD Chief Gerald M. Smith on why it is important to remember these community members and stand together to help locate them.

           Youth and Family Crimes Detective Key will offer basic case details for public information and describe new methods that are being utilized in missing person’s cases.

           Hear from family members of the missing including Benajmin Lott’s daughter and mother of Keeshae Jacobs.

When:1 p.m., Today (Monday, September 27, 2021)

Where: Richmond Police Training Academy
            1202 W Graham Rd, Richmond, VA 23220

 

Call to action:

• Share the message: Retweet @RichmondPolice or share @RichmondPolice on Facebook
• If you have information concerning these cases please call your local police department or you can make an anonymous tip through Crime Stoppers by calling 804-780-1000.
• Through Crime Stoppers, information that leads to an arrest can make you eligible for a $1,000 reward.

Interviews:

• Chris Lott, daughter of Benjamin Lott (missing 13 years), traveling from out of town [interview prior]
• Donald Long, Brother of Robert Long (missing 11 years)
• Toni Jacobs, Mother of Keeshae Jacobs (missing 5 years)

Visuals:

• The pinning of yellow ribbons to drive awareness of missing persons
• Date of Disappearance poster of (3) individuals in the month of September dating back to 2008, 2011, 2016
• Chief of Police issuing a call for the public’s help and raising awareness
• Family members of Robert Long and Keeshae Jacobs in attendance

Arrests Made in Adam Oakes Death Investigation

Today, eight of 11 individuals have been arrested on charges related to the death of Adam Oakes. Of those arrested, seven were taken into custody by Virginia Commonwealth University Police and one by Virginia State Police, each facing misdemeanor charges. Seven remain in custody at the Richmond Justice Center, being held without bond. Enayat W. Sheikhzad was arrested by Virginia State Police in Prince William County and was released on bond. 

The remaining three individuals are expected to turn themselves in within the coming days. (photos attached)

 

Arrested by VCU Police:

Benjamin J. Corado (male, 19)

Charges: Unlawful Hazing of Student

Purchase, giving alcohol to a minor

 

Quinn A. Kuby (male, 22)

Charges: Unlawful Hazing of Student

Purchase, giving alcohol to a minor

 

Riley K. McDaniel (male, 21)

Charge: Unlawful Hazing of Student

 

Alessandro Medina-Villanueva (male, 21)

Charge: Unlawful Hazing of Student

 

Jason B. Mulgrew (male, 21)

Charge: Unlawful Hazing of Student

 

Christian G. Rohrbach (male, 22)

Charge: Unlawful Hazing of Student

 

Colin G. Tran (male, 20)

Charge: Unlawful Hazing of Student

Purchase, giving alcohol to a minor

 

Arrested by Virginia State Police:

Enayat W. Sheikhzad (male, 22)
Charge: Unlawful Hazing of Student
Photo not available

 

On February 27, 2021, Richmond Police officers responded to a call in the 100 block of West Clay Street and found Oakes unresponsive and he was pronounced deceased on the scene.

On May 25, the Medical Examiner ruled the cause of death as ethanol toxicity.

The seven month long investigation was led by the Richmond Police Department in collaboration with VCU Police, and the Commonwealth Attorney’s Office. 

Victim identified in Hull Street Homicide

Richmond Police detectives have identified the victim in Sunday’s homicide on Hull Street as Jer’maurri Gilliam, 26, of Richmond.

Sunday at approximately 1:44 p.m., Richmond Police were called to the 3400 block of Hull Street for a report of a person shot. Officers arrived and located Gilliam with an apparent gunshot wound. He was pronounced dead on the scene.

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

Victim identified in Lodge Street Homicide

Richmond Police detectives have identified the victim in Tuesday’s homicide on Lodge Street as Kenneth Dunn, 63, of Richmond. 

Tuesday at approximately 7:57 a.m., Richmond Police were called to the 800 block of Lodge Street for the report of a person down. Officers arrived and located Dunn who had suffered an apparent stab wound. He was pronounced dead at the scene.

The Medical Examiner will determine cause and manner of death.

Anyone with information about this homicide is asked to call Major Crimes Detective M. Gouldman at (804) 646-3915 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.

Victim identified in Richmond Highway Homicide

Richmond Police detectives have identified the victim in Tuesday’s homicide on Richmond Highway as Eric Powell, 39, of Richmond. 

Tuesday at approximately 4:26 a.m., Richmond Police were called to the 1200 block of Richmond Highway for report of a person shot. Officers arrived and found Powell suffering from an apparent gunshot wound. He was transported to a local hospital where he succumbed to his injury. 

Anyone with information about this homicide is asked to call Major Crimes Detective Mansfield at (804) 646-6996 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.

Pedestrian Identified in Fatal Collision on South Belvidere Street

The Richmond Police Crash Team has identified the pedestrian in Saturday’s fatal collision on South Belvidere Street as William Ashlock, 61, of Richmond.

At approximately 8:50 p.m., officers were called to the intersection of South Belvidere and Holly streets for the report of a vehicle striking a pedestrian. Officers arrived and found the adult male pedestrian, Ashlock, down and unresponsive in the roadway. He was pronounced dead at the scene. Both directions of South Belvidere Street and the span over the James River were closed for the investigation.

The Medical Examiner will determine cause and manner of death.

Investigators with the RPD Crash Team responded to the scene. It has been determined that Ashlock was crossing South Belvidere Street from west to east at the intersection of Holly Street when a southbound vehicle struck him while Ashlock was in the left travel lane.

The driver of the striking vehicle, an adult male, remained on the scene. At this time, no charges have been filed.

Anyone with further information about this incident is asked to contact RPD Crash Team Investigator Peterson at (804) 646-1511 or call Crime Stoppers at (804) 780-1000. The P3 Tips Crime Stoppers app for smartphones may also be used.  All Crime Stoppers methods are anonymous.

Lodge Street Homicide

This morning at approximately 7:57 a.m., Richmond Police were called to the 800 block of Lodge Street for the report of a person down. Officers arrived and located an adult male who had suffered an apparent stab wound. He was pronounced dead at the scene.

The Medical Examiner will determine cause and manner of death.

Anyone with information about this homicide is asked to call Major Crimes Detective M. Gouldman at (804) 646-3915 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.

Richmond Highway Death Investigation

Today at approximately 4:26 a.m., Richmond Police responded to the 1200 block of Richmond Highway upon call of a person shot. Officers arrived and located an adult male with an apparent gunshot wound. He was transported and pronounced deceased at the medical facility.

Anyone with information about this death investigation is asked to call Major Crimes Detective Mansfield at (804) 646-6996 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.

Hull Street Homicide Investigation

Yesterday at approximately 1:44 p.m., Richmond Police responded to 3400 block of Hull Street upon call of a person shot. Officers arrived and located an adult male with an apparent gunshot wound. He was pronounced dead on the scene.

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

Suspect Sought in Westover Hills Boulevard Commercial Robbery/Aggravated Assault

Richmond Police detectives are asking for the public’s help to identify the individual in the attached photos who is a suspect in a commercial robbery and aggravated assault at a business on Westover Hills Boulevard last week.

At approximately 10:32 p.m., Friday, September 10, a male suspect wearing a black ski mask entered the business, located in the 1200 block of Westover Hills Boulevard, wielding a large edged weapon and demanding cash from the register. The suspect assaulted and stabbed an employee before stealing cash and fleeing on foot.

The employee was transported to a local hospital with injuries that were not considered life threatening.

Anyone with information about the identity of this suspect is asked to contact Third Precinct Detective R. Bailey at (804) 646-3912 or call Crime Stoppers at (804) 780-1000. The P3 Tips Crime Stoppers app for smartphones may also be used.  All Crime Stoppers methods are anonymous.

Upcoming Road Closures and No Parking near Capitol

For approximately one hour, 1 – 2 p.m. on Friday, September 17, several roads around Capitol Square will be closed to accommodate the March for Life demonstration march. Three roads will not be available for street parking.

The planned beginning and end location of the march is East Main and 12^th streets. The following streets will be closed as needed:

• East Main Street between North 9^th and North 14^th streets
• North 9th Street between East Main and East Broad streets
• East Broad Street between North 9^th and North 14th streets
• North 14th Street between East Broad and East Main streets

The following roads will have no parking zones in effect from 6 a.m. – 4 p.m.

• Southbound lane of North 14^th Street between East Broad and Bank streets
• East Main Street between North 8th and North 12th streets
• North 12th Street between Bank Street and East Main Street

Public Help Sought in Puppy Theft

Richmond Police detectives are asking for the public’s help to identify the person or persons involved in the theft of two bull dogs from the Highland Park area.

On September 8, 2021, at approximately 9a.m. officers responded to a call of breaking and entering in the 600 block of Pensacola Avenue. Two, six-week old bull dogs were taken from their litter. Photos of the puppies are attached.

RPD would like to alert anyone buying or selling puppies as well as the veterinarian community to be on the lookout for these puppies.

Anyone with information about the identity of potential perpetrators is asked to call Fourth Precinct Detective Bruington at (804) 646-6619 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. 

One adult and two teen-juveniles shot on Creighton Road

Richmond Police detectives are investigating a shooting that occurred yesterday, at approximately 5:55pm., Tuesday, September 14, 2021, in the 2000 block of Creighton Road involving two juvenile males in their mid-late teens and one adult male.

Officers responded to the call for service and all three victims were transported to a local hospital to receive treatment for their injuries. One juvenile male sustained an injury that was considered life threatening. The adult and other juvenile male sustained non-life threatening injuries.

This is an ongoing investigation.

Anyone with information about this incident is asked to call Major Crimes Detective J. Smith at (804) 646-1384 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.

Suspect Still Sought in Series of Tire Slashings

Richmond Police detectives are still seeking information about the suspect who slashed many vehicle tires in the Church Hill area late last month. Detectives have released a new video and photos which show the suspect. The photos are attached and the video can be viewed and downloaded here:

https://www.dropbox.com/s/80wg5jqyiawszue/Tire%20slashing%20suspect%202.mp4?dl=0

A link to the previous video clip can be found here:

https://www.dropbox.com/s/xcp9a06ck4tev7q/Tires.mp4?dl=0

 

Overnight between Saturday night and Sunday morning, August 28 and 29, the adult male suspect slashed the tires of Subaru vehicles that were parked in the streets of the Church Hill neighborhood. The suspect damaged multiple tires on over a dozen Subaru vehicles.

 

The suspect has a beard and wore black gloves, a cap and eyeglasses. The original photos of the suspect released by detectives:

Anyone with information is asked to call First Precinct Detective J. Clark at (804) 646-0698 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.

12th and Hull Street Death Investigation

Today at approximately 6:06 a.m., Richmond Police responded to the intersection of 12th and Hull Streets upon report of a stabbing. Officers arrived and located an adult male with a stab wound. He was pronounced deceased on the scene.

This is a domestic related incident and detectives are speaking with everyone involved. No additional parties are being sought.

Anyone with information about this death investigation 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.

Victim Identified in North 26th Street Homicide

Richmond Police detectives have identified the victim in the homicide that occurred yesterday in the 900 block of North 26^th Street as Davvion M. Graham, 27 of Chesterfield.

Thursday at approximately 6:38 p.m., officers were called to the 900 block of North 26^th Street for the report of a shooting. Officers arrived and found Davvion with a gunshot wound. He was pronounced dead on the scene.

The investigation is ongoing.

Anyone with information about this homicide is asked to call Major Crimes Detective G. Russell at (804) 646-7715 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.

26th Street Death Investigation

Today at approximately 6:38 p.m., Richmond Police responded to the 900 block of 26^th Street for a person down. Officers arrived and located an adult male with an apparent gunshot wound. He was pronounced dead on the scene.

Anyone with information about this death investigation is asked to call Major Crimes Detective G. Russell at (804) 646-7715 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.

Suspects Sought in Stencil Vandalism

Richmond Police detectives are asking for the public’s help to identify the individuals in the attached photos who are suspects in several vandalism incidents. A video of the suspects is also available by using the link:

https://www.dropbox.com/s/ovsd8k6udr43f1y/Stencil%20vandals.mp4?dl=0

At approximately 1:37 a.m., Tuesday, August 24, the male and female suspects placed stencils on the pavement in front of a business in the 1600 block of West Main Street and applied black paint to display the words “Clean Kids Die”. This stenciled vandalism has been placed at several locations throughout the city.

Anyone with information about the identity of this suspects is asked to contact Third Precinct Environmental Officer Wortham at Hawkins.wortham@richmondgov.com or call Crime Stoppers at (804) 780-1000. The P3 Tips Crime Stoppers app for smartphones may also be used.  All Crime Stoppers methods are anonymous.

Upcoming Road Closures and No Parking Zones

September 4, 2021

 

In preparation of the Commonwealth’s upcoming operation on Monument Avenue, several roads will be closed and several no parking areas will be in effect starting 6 p.m., Tuesday, September 7.

 

The closures will remain in effect until 6 p.m., Saturday, September 11. Roads may be re-opened sooner depending on circumstances.

 

The following roads will be closed and no parking zones will be in effect during that time period:

 

·                 Monument Avenue between North Meadow and Lombardy streets

·                 North Allen Avenue between Park Avenue and West Broad Street

·                 West Grace Street between North Meadow and Lombardy streets

 

The following roads will have no parking zones in effect during that time period:

 

·                 West Broad Street between North Meadow and Lombardy streets

·                 Park Avenue between North Meadow and Lombardy streets

·                 North Meadow Street between Park Avenue and West Broad Street

·                 Lombardy Street between Park Avenue and West Broad Street

 

 

Kenyon Avenue Homicide

This morning at approximately 7:17 a.m., Richmond Police responded to the 3100 block of Kenyon Avenue for the report of a person down. Officers arrived and located an adult male with an apparent gunshot wound. He was pronounced dead at the scene.

The Medical Examiner will determine cause and manner of death.

Anyone with information about this homicide is asked to call Major Crimes Detective K. Hughes at (804) 646-3917 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.

Victim Identified in Oakwood Avenue Homicide

Richmond Police detectives have identified the victim in Monday’s homicide on Oakwood Avenue as Clarence Meredith, 54, of Richmond.

At approximately 9:05 p.m., Richmond Police responded to the 1300 block of Oakwood Avenue for the report of a person down. Officers arrived and located an adult male, Meredith, inside a structure with an apparent gunshot wound. He was pronounced dead at the scene.

The Medical Examiner will determine cause and manner of death.

Anyone with information about this homicide is asked to call Major Crimes Detective J. Crewell at (804) 646-5324 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.