The Richmond Police Department learned a decision has been made to charge the officer involved in the April 2022 fatal car accident involving two Richmond residents.
A special
grand jury, made of Richmond citizens and convened by the Office of the Commonwealth’s
Attorney returned four (4) True Bills of Indictment for Officer Johnson for the
following charges: Two (2) counts of Involuntary Manslaughter, one (1) count of
Reckless Driving, and one (1) count of Failure to Yield.
Officer
Johnson is on unpaid leave. The police administrative process will take place
after the criminal process is concluded.
The circumstances surrounding this accident are unfortunate and our hearts go out to all those involved in this tragic accident. We continue to pray for the families and their healing.
