Saturday, April 30, 2022

Hull Street Road Death Investigation

Today at approximately 2:39 p.m., officers were called to the 5700 block of Hull Street Road for the report of a person down. RPD officers responded and located an adult male with 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 about this death investigation is asked to contact Major Crimes Detective A. Sleem at (804)-646-3871 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.

Thursday, April 28, 2022

RPD Partners with DEA for National Drug Take Back Day

Expired and unused medications in a household can pose a threat to individuals in the home – and can harm the ecosystem if disposed of improperly.

That’s why the Richmond Police Department is partnering with the Drug Enforcement Administration for the annual National Drug Take Back Day on Saturday, April 30.

From 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m., representatives from the RPD Community Care unit will accept the medications in the free Drug Take Back event at the Arthur Ashe Center (parking lot) located at 3001 N. Arthur Ashe Boulevard and St. Paul’s Baptist Church located at 700 E. Belt Boulevard.

“This is an excellent opportunity to dispose of unused or expired medications in a proper way,” said Community Care Captain Dan Minton. “These medications should not be kept around the house. Bringing them to the National Drug Take Back Day event could save a life.”

All prescription medications collected will be incinerated according to federal and state environmental guidelines. Richmond Police asks that you do not bring syringes or illegal narcotics for disposal. Medical waste or bulk commercial medications will also not be accepted. E-cigs and vapes without batteries will be accepted. Those disposing of medications may remain anonymous.

Disposal bins are also located in the lobby of all four precincts and the headquarters building to collect medications throughout the year.






Wednesday, April 27, 2022

Found Safe: Missing Jackson State University Student

Kamilah N. Fipps, the student reported missing from Mississippi and believed to have been in Richmond, has been found safe in Richmond.

Officers and detectives located Fipps this afternoon, unharmed. She has been re-united with her family.

The Richmond Police Department thanks media and the public for their assistance in finding Fipps.

Report to the Community – First Quarter Crime Briefing

Chief Gerald Smith to Provide Update and Message to the Community

WHAT: Richmond Police Chief Gerald Smith to provide 2022 First Quarter Report to the Community

WHEN:  11 a.m., Tomorrow, Thursday, April 28, 2022

WHERE: Richmond Police Headquarters, FOCUS Room (200 W. Grace St.)

BACKGROUND: Richmond Police Department chief Gerald Smith will provide an overview of crime in Richmond during the first quarter of 2022, speak about RPD initiatives, and provide important public safety Information.

The public is invited to watch Chief Smith’s presentation at www.rva.gov/police that will become available following the briefing.

Tuesday, April 26, 2022

Missing Jackson State University Student

The Richmond Police Department is currently providing assistance to the Jackson State University Police Department (JSUP) in Mississippi to locate missing 21-year old Kamila N. Fipps. She was reported missing on April 19 through a report filed with the Jackson State University Police. Her photo is attached.

RPD Third Precinct detectives received information filed by Fipps’ mother on Saturday, April 23 and began looking into the matter. Kamila Fipps is believed to be in route to New York City but was last seen here in Richmond.

RPD detectives are working in coordination with JSUP and are currently providing assistance, including sharing information gathered during the investigation.

Fipps has a medical condition that may impair her judgement.

Anyone with information on Kamila Fipps’ whereabouts is asked to call Lieutenant Marshsall at (804) 646-6764 or contact Crime Stoppers at (804) 780-1000.



Friday, April 22, 2022

Statement by Richmond Police Chief Gerald Smith Collision at Bells and Castlewood Roads

The Richmond Police Department extends its thoughts and prayers to the families of Jeremiah Ruffin and Tracey Williams. No one wants to lose a child, so at this time we ask that our Richmond community continue to pray for and comfort the Hill, Ruffin and Williams families with us as they continue deal with the loss of their loved ones.

As I stated when the accident occurred, we will follow wherever the investigation leads us. We want our community to know we are entering the final stages of the investigation surrounding the circumstances and causes of the tragic fatal collision that occurred on April 7. Once concluded, the full investigation will be turned over to the Commonwealth Attorney for review and next steps.

Again, we are saddened by the loss of life and will continue to do what we can as an agency to support these grieving families.

Thursday, April 21, 2022

Federal Partners Focus on Firearms and Violent Crime with Community Walk

WHAT:              RPD Joins the Office of the U.S. Attorney, ATF, FBI and VSP in Highland Park Walk

WHEN:              5 p.m., TODAY, Thursday, April 21

WHERE:           Hotchkiss Field, 700 East Brookland Park Boulevard

DETAILS:         The Richmond Police Department will join federal, state and local law enforcement agencies TODAY for a community walk in Highland Park. RPD officers and members from the United States Attorney’s Office, Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco and Firearms, the Federal Bureau of Investigation and the Virginia State Police will assemble at Hotchkiss Field and spread throughout the neighborhood to speak to the public about reducing incidents of gun violence. The walk showcases the partnerships between agencies as the federal law enforcement partners embark upon a crime initiative to combat gun violence and violent crime.

Wednesday, April 20, 2022

Update: Collision at Bells Road and Castlewood Road

The individual believed to be the driver of the vehicle that collided with a Richmond Police Department SUV at the intersection of Bells Road and Castlewood Road on April 7, 18-year old Jeremiah Ruffin has succumbed to his injuries sustained in the crash.

“Our hearts and prayers go out to both families affected by this tragedy,” said Chief Gerald Smith.

Previously released on April 8, 2022:

The Richmond Police Department’s Crash Team has identified the victims in Thursday’s fatal collision at the intersection of Bells Road and Castlewood as Jeremiah Ruffin, 18 who remains hospitalized in serious condition and Tracey Williams, 19, who later died at the hospital.

The preliminary investigation has determined that both the male driver and the female passenger within the Buick were not wearing seat belts and both individuals were ejected from the vehicle at the time of the collision.

At 10:42 p.m., Thursday, April 7, Richmond Police Officers responded to a call of a burglary in progress in the 1500 block of Clarkson Road when a collision occurred involving a RPD unit and a Buick sedan.

Both individuals were ejected from the Buick and were transported to a local hospital. The male suffered life threatening injuries and is in critical condition. The female was pronounced dead upon arrival.

The two RPD officers suffered non-life threatening injuries and were transported to a hospital for treatment.

The collision is under investigation by the RPD Special Operations Division Crash Team. Anyone with information regarding this collision is asked to contact RPD Crash Team Investigator W. Kress by calling 804-646-0280.

2022 MONUMENT 10K Street Closure Locations, No Parking Zones

         2022 MONUMENT 10K Street Closure Locations

 

Thursday, April 21

 

N. Laurel Street between W. Franklin Street & Cathedral Pl.

                  April 21 (1 p.m.) to April 23 (5 p.m.)

 

Friday, April 22

 

N. Cherry Street between W. Main Street & Floyd Avenue

April 22 (5 a.m.) to April 23 (5 p.m.)

 

N. Linden Street between Park & Floyd Avenue

April 22 (5 a.m.) to April 23 (5 p.m.)

 

N. Cathedral Pl. between Cathedral Pl. & S. Cathedral Pl.

April 22 (5 a.m.) to April 23 (5 p.m.)

 

N. Laurel Street between Cathedral Pl. & W. Main Street

 April 22 (5 a.m.) to April 23 (5 p.m.)

 

Cathedral Place between N. Laurel Street & N. Cathedral Pl. / VCU Commons Area

                              April 22 (5 a.m.) to April 23 (5 p.m.)

 

S. Cathedral Place between N. Cathedral Pl. & N. Laurel Street

                               April 22 (5 a.m.) to April 23 (5 p.m.)

 

Floyd Avenue between S. Cathedral Pl. & N. Harrison St.

                               April 22 (5 a.m.) to April 23 (5 p.m.)

 

Shafer Street between W. Franklin & Grace Street

                              April 22 (10 a.m.) to April 23 (5 p.m.)

 

W. Franklin Street between N. Harrison & Belvidere Street

                               April 22 (1 p.m.) to April 23 (5 p.m.)

 

N. Laurel Street between W. Franklin & Grace Street

                               April 22 (1 p.m.) to April 23 (5 p.m.)

 

Pine Street between W. Franklin & Grace Street

                               April 22 (1 p.m.) to April 23 (5 p.m.)

 

Grove Avenue between N. Harrison & Linden Street

                               April 22 (3 p.m.) to April 23 (5 p.m.)

 

Park Avenue between N. Harrison & Linden Street

                               April 22 (3 p.m.) to April 23 (5 p.m.)

 

 

Saturday April 23 (Race Day)

 

W. Franklin Street between N. Lombardy & Harrison St.

                        April 23 (3 a.m.) to (5 p.m.)

 

Shafer Street between W. Broad & Grace Street

                       April 23 (3 a.m.) to (12 p.m.)

 

Pine Street between W. Grace & Broad Street

                       April 23 (3 a.m.) to (12 p.m.)

 

N. Laurel Street between W. Grace & Broad Street

                       April 23 (3 a.m.) to (5 p.m.)

 

W. Broad Street between Belvidere & N. Lombardy St.

                       April 23 (4 a.m.) to (12 p.m.)

 

N. Harrison Street between W. Marshall St. & Park Ave.

                        April 23 (4 a.m.) to (2 p.m.)

 

Kent Road between Wythe Avenue & Monument Avenue

                       April 23 (5 a.m.) to (1 p.m.) 

 

Chantilly Street between Monumental St. & Monument Avenue 

                              April 23 (5 a.m.) to (1 p.m.)

 

Blacker Street between Monumental St. & Monument Avenue

                       April 23 (5 a.m.) to (1 p.m.)

 

Park Avenue between N. Lombardy & Linden Street

                       April 23 (6 a.m.) to (9 a.m.)

 

N. Lombardy Street between Hanover & Park Avenue

                       April 23 (6 a.m.) to (10 a.m.)

 

Hanover Avenue between N. Lombardy St. & Park Ave.

                       April 23 (6 a.m.) to (9 a.m.)

 

N. Meadow Street between Monument & Park Avenue

         April 23 (6:30 a.m.) to (2 p.m.)

 

Monument Avenue between Stuart Circle & Staples Mill Road.

                        April 23 (7 a.m.) to (2 p.m.)

    

W. Grace Street between Belvidere & N. Allen Avenue

                      April 23 (7 a.m.) to (12 p.m.)

 

 N. Lombardy Street between W. Broad St. & Park Avenue

                       April 23 (7 a.m.) to (2 p.m.)

 

 

 

                MONUMENT 10K NO PARKING LOCATIONS:

 

THURSDAY, April 21

 

N. Laurel Street between W. Franklin St. & Cathedral Pl.

          April 21 (1 pm.) to April 23 (5 p.m.)

 

FRIDAY, April 22

 

N. Cherry Street between W. Main & Floyd Avenue

                     April 22 (5 a.m.) to April 23 (5 p.m.)

 

S. Cathedral Pl. between N. Cathedral Pl. & N. Laurel St.

                     April 22 (5 a.m.) to April 25 (5 p.m.)

 

Cathedral Pl. between N. Laurel & N. Cathedral PL.

                    April 22 (5 a.m.) to April 23 (5 p.m.)

 

N. Laurel St. between Cathedral Pl. & W. Main St.

                    April 22 (5 a.m.) to April 23 (5 p.m.)

 

N. Cathedral Pl. between Cathedral Pl. & S. Cathedral Pl.

                    April 22 (5 a.m.) to April 23 (5 p.m.)

 

Floyd Avenue between S. Cathedral Pl. & N. Harrison St. 

                    April 22 (5 a.m.) to April 23 (5 p.m.)

 

N. Linden St. between Park Avenue & Floyd Ave.

                    April 22 (5 a.m.) to April 23 (5 p.m.)

 

W. Franklin St. between N. Harrison & Belvidere 

                    April 22 (6 a.m.) to April 23 (5 p.m.)

 

Shafer Street between W. Franklin Street & W. Grace St.

                    April 22 (6 a.m.) to April 23 (5 p.m.)

 

W. Broad St. (Westbound) between Belvidere & N. Lombardy St.

                    April 22 (12 p.m.) to April 23 (12 p.m.)

 

N. Laurel Street between W. Franklin & Grace Street

                    April 22 (1 p.m.) to April 23 (5 p.m.)

 

Pine Street between W. Franklin & Grace Street

                    April 22 (1 p.m.) to April 23 (5 p.m.)

 

N. Harrison St. between W. Marshall St. & Park Avenue

                    April 22 (3 p.m.) to April 23 (2 p.m.)

 

Park Avenue between N. Harrison & Linden Street

                    April 22 (3 p.m.) to April 23 (5 p.m.)

 

Grove Avenue between N. Harrison & Linden Street

                     April 22 (3 p.m.) to April 23 (5 p.m.)

 

 

 

 

Saturday, April 23 (RACE DAY)

 

W. Broad Street (Eastbound Side) between Belvidere & N. Lombardy St.

                       April 23 (3 a.m. to 12 p.m.)

 

Monument Avenue between N. Lombardy / Stuart Circle & Staples Mill Road

                       April 23 (3 a.m. to 2 p.m.)

 

N. Meadow Street between Monument & Park Avenue

                  April 23 (3 a.m. to 2 p.m.) 

 

W. Franklin Street between N. Lombardy & N. Harrison St.

                       April 23 (3 a.m. to 5 p.m.)

 

N. Lombardy St. between W. Board Street & Park Avenue

                       April 23 (3 a.m. to 2 p.m.)

 

N. Lombardy St. between Park & Hanover Avenue

                       April 23 (3 a.m. to 10 a.m.)

 

N. Laurel Street between W. Grace & W. Broad Street

                       April 23 (3 a.m. to 5 p.m.)

 

W. Grace Street between Belvidere & N. Allen Avenue

                        April 23 (3 a.m. to 12 p.m.) 

 

Hanover Avenue between N. Lombardy Street & Park Avenue

                        April 23 (3 a.m. to 10 a.m.)

 

Park Avenue between N. Lombardy & Linden Street

                        April 23 (3 a.m. to 10 a.m.)

 

Pine Street between W. Grace & W. Broad Street

                        April 23 (3 a.m. to 12 p.m.)

 

Shafer Street between W. Broad & W. Grace Street

                        April 23 (3 a.m. to 12 p.m.)

 

Blacker Street between Monumental St. & Monument Ave.

                        April 23 (3 a.m. to 1 p.m.)

 

Chantilly Street between Monumental St. & Monument Ave.

                        April 23 (3 a.m. to 1 p.m.) 

 

Kent Road between Wythe Ave & Monument Avenue

                        April 23 (3 a.m. to 1 p.m.)


Monday, April 18, 2022

Suspect Sought in Old Warwick Road Burglary

Richmond Police detectives are asking for the public’s assistance in identifying the individual in the attached photo who burglarized a restaurant last week in the Midlothian section of Richmond.

At approximately 12:52 a.m. on Tuesday, April 12, the male in the photo was captured on surveillance camera entering the restaurant located in the 6300 block of Old Warwick Road, near Midlothian Turnpike. He stole cash and left through the rear of the building.

Anyone who may have information or knows the identity of this individual is asked to call Third Precinct Detective Osbourne at (804) 646-1069 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.



Friday, April 15, 2022

Victim Identified in Fatal Stabbing on Hull Street Road

Richmond Police detectives have identified the victim in last night’s fatal stabbing as Harry Claiborne, III, 62, of Powhatan.

Last night at approximately 8:32 p.m., RPD officers were called to the 3900 block of Hull Street Road for the report of a person stabbed. Officers arrived and located an adult male on a sidewalk, Claiborne, III, suffering from an apparent stab wound. He was transported to a local hospital where last night he succumbed to his injury.

The Medical Examiner will determine cause and manner of death.

Anyone with information about this homicide is asked to call Major Crimes Detective M. Young at (804) 646-3926 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.

Wednesday, April 13, 2022

Suspect Charged in Southside Plaza Homicide

Richmond Police detectives have charged the suspect in the February homicide in Southside Plaza of Vidal Smith.

Detectives charged Marquise Whitaker, 20, of Richmond, with murder, use of a firearm in the commission of a felony and shooting within an occupied building. His booking photo is attached.

At approximately 4:21 p.m., Saturday, February 26, officers were called to the 4700 block of Southside Plaza for the report of a shooting. RPD officers located a male, Smith, 25, of Richmond, suffering from a gunshot wound. He was transported to a local hospital where he succumbed to his injuries.

Anyone with further 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.



Monday, April 11, 2022

Richmond Police Department Recognizes Second Precinct and Southside Community for Crime Reduction in 2021

When:  9:30 a.m., Tomorrow, Tuesday, April 12, 2022

What:  RPD Chief Gerald Smith will present Second Precinct officers and personnel with the Crime Reduction Award flag, recognizing Second Precinct and the Southside community for its efforts in marking a 13% reduction in major crime for the year 2021.

Second precinct had the largest reduction in crime across all other precincts in the city last year. Violent crime was reduced by 6% combined with a 15% reduction in property crimes. Major crime reduction occurred in rape, robbery, and aggravated assaults.

Personnel will gather around the flagpole at Second Precinct and raise the flag with pride for display to the entire community throughout the year.

“Second Precinct Commanders Michael Bender and KeShawn Manns and their officers and detectives have used a focused approach to reduce crime while forging relationships within the Southside community,” said Chief Smith. “Our Second Precinct leadership is diligent to monitor trends and work with community partners to generate solutions together.”

Where:  Richmond Police Department - Second Precinct  177 E. Belt Boulevard

Follow RPD on social media; YouTube, Instagram, Twitter @RichmondPolice and Facebook @RichmondPoliceDepartment

Sunday, April 10, 2022

Afton Avenue Death Investigation

Early this morning at approximately 2:24 a.m., Richmond Police officers were called to the 2200 block of Afton Avenue for the report of a person shot. Officers arrived and found a juvenile female inside a structure, suffering from a gunshot wound. She was pronounced dead at the scene.

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

Anyone with information about this death investigation is asked to call Major Crimes Detective A. Coates (804) 646-0729 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.

Friday, April 8, 2022

Victims Identified in Fatal Collision at Bells Road and Castlewood Intersection

The Richmond Police Department’s Crash Team has identified the victims in Thursday’s fatal collision at the intersection of Bells Road and Castlewood as Jeremiah Ruffin, 18 who remains hospitalized in serious condition and Tracey Williams, 19, who later died at the hospital.

The preliminary investigation has determined that both the male driver and the female passenger within the Buick were not wearing seat belts and both individuals were ejected from the vehicle at the time of the collision.

At 10:42 p.m., Thursday, April 7, Richmond Police Officers responded to a call of a burglary in progress in the 1500 block of Clarkson Road when a collision occurred involving a RPD unit and a Buick sedan.

An adult female from the Buick was ejected and an adult male suffered life threatening injuries from the crash. Both were transported to a local hospital, the male is in critical condition and the female was pronounced dead upon arrival.

The two RPD officers suffered non-life threatening injuries and were transported to a hospital for treatment.

The collision is under investigation by the RPD Special Operations Division Crash Team. Anyone with information regarding this collision is asked to contact RPD Crash Team Investigator W. Kress by calling 804-646-0280.

Fatal Collision at Bells Road and Castlewood Intersection

At 10:42 p.m., April 7, Richmond Police Officers responded to a call of a burglary in progress in the 1500 block of Clarkson Road when a collision occurred involving a RPD unit and a Buick sedan.

An adult female from the Buick was ejected and an adult male suffered life threatening injuries from the crash. Both were transported to a local hospital, the male is in critical condition and the female was pronounced dead upon arrival.

The two RPD officers suffered non-life threatening injuries and were transported to a hospital for treatment.

The collision is under investigation by the RPD Special Operations Division Crash Team. Anyone with information regarding this collision is asked to contact Detective W. Kress by calling 804-646-0280.

Media: Richmond Police Chief Gerald Smith will hold a media availability providing an update on the collision at RPD Headquarters at 9:30 a.m., on Friday, April 8.

Wednesday, April 6, 2022

Victim Identified in Hanes Avenue Homicide

Richmond Police detectives have identified the victim in last night’s homicide as Kenneth Cooper, Jr., 27, of Richmond.

Last night at approximately 7:09 p.m., RPD officers responded to the 2900 block of Hanes Avenue for the report of a shooting. Officers arrived and located an adult male, Cooper, Jr, with an apparent gunshot wound down and unresponsive in the alley. He was pronounced dead at the scene.

The Medical Examiner will determine manner and cause of death.

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

Arrest Made for December Homicide on Clarkson Road

Richmond Police detectives, with assistance from the U.S. Marshals Regional Fugitive Task Force, have made an arrest in the December homicide of Raul Morales on Clarkson Road.

Shaliyah Branch-Dixon, 24, of Richmond, was arrested yesterday without incident. Branch-Dixon has been charged with murder. Her booking photo is attached.

On Monday, December 6, 2021, officers responded to the 1400 block of Clarkson Road for the report of a person down. Officers arrived and located an adult male, Morales, down and unresponsive with injuries to his head. He was pronounced dead at the scene.

Anyone with further information about this homicide is asked to call Major Crimes Lieutenant Lisa Watson at (804) 646-6925 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.



Tuesday, April 5, 2022

Hanes Avenue Death Investigation

Tonight at approximately 7:09 p.m., officers were called to the 2900 block of Hanes Avenue for the report of a shooting. Officers arrived and found an adult male with an apparent gunshot wound down and unresponsive in the alley. He was pronounced dead at the scene.

The Medical Examiner will determine cause and manner of death.

Anyone with information about this death investigation is asked to call Major Crimes Detective J. Higgins at (804) 646-7570 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 19th Street Homicide

Richmond Police detectives have identified the victim in Sunday night’s homicide as Lakeith Ruffin Jr., 30, of Richmond.

At approximately 11:16 p.m., April 3, Richmond Police officers were called to the 100 block of North 19th Street for the report of a person shot. Officers arrived and found an adult male, Ruffin Jr., suffering from an apparent gunshot wound. He was transported to a local hospital where he was pronounced dead.

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

Anyone with information about this homicide is asked to call Major Crimes Detective G. Russell (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.

Monday, April 4, 2022

North 19th Street Death Investigation

At approximately 11:16 p.m., April 3, Richmond Police officers were called to the 100 block of North 19th Street for the report of a person shot. Officers arrived and found an adult male suffering a gunshot wound. He was transported to a hospital where he was pronounced dead.

Detectives are on scene and an investigation is underway. The Medical Examiner will determine the cause and manner of death.

Anyone with information about this death investigation is asked to call Major Crimes Detective G. Russell (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.

Saturday, April 2, 2022

Robin Hood Road Shooting Investigation

At approximately 12:23 p.m., Richmond Police officers were called to the 1600 block of Robin Hood Road for the report of a suspicious situation inside a motel room. Officers arrived and located an adult female with a life-threatening gunshot wound. She was transported to a hospital for treatment.

Detectives are currently on scene and an investigation is underway.

Anyone with information about this shooting investigation is asked to call Major Crimes Detective W. O’Neil (804) 646-4494 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.

Friday, April 1, 2022

Bainbridge Street Death Investigation

Today at approximately 8:09 a.m., officers were called to the 2100 block of Bainbridge Street for the report of a stabbing. RPD officers located an adult female with apparent stab wounds. She was transported to a local hospital, where she succumbed to her injuries.

The Medical Examiner will determine cause and manner of death.

Anyone with information about this death investigation is asked to contact 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.

Arrest made in connection with Tuesday’s Homicide on Titus Street

Richmond Police have arrested the individual sought in connection with the homicide that occurred Tuesday, March 29, at the intersection of Burtwood Lane and Titus Street.

Cameron Gaines, 20, was arrested in Chesterfield County without incident and was charged with Carjacking and Use of a Firearm in the Commission of a Felony relating to the murder of 25 year-old Isaiah Lee. Additional charges are pending at this time.

RPD’s Major Crime’s detectives, Second Precinct officers, Special Investigation Division, the Fugitive Task Force Team and Chesterfield Police were able to process critical evidence including video footage and information provided by the public that played a significant role in making this timely arrest.

Gaines is being held without bond and remains in custody. His booking photo is below.