Yesterday, October 6, 2022, Richmond Police detectives arrested a 17-year-old male in the shooting investigation
of a 15-year-old male that took place on Monday in the 4100 block of North
Kinsley Avenue. The suspect was apprehended at George Wythe High School and
was in possession of a concealed firearm at the time of his arrest.
The 17-year-old suspect has been charged with the following pertaining to the shooting that occurred on October 3, 2022:
2. Use of a firearm in a felony, and;
2. Possession of firearm by a minor, and;
3. Possession of a firearm on school property.
As of today, the victim’s condition has been downgraded to non-life-threatening.
At approximately 8:30 p.m. on Monday, October 3, Richmond Police officers responded to the 1800 block of Broad Rock Boulevard to investigate a possible shooting. Detectives later determined the crime scene was located in the 4100 block of North Kinsley Avenue where evidence was recovered.
The 15-year-old
suffered life threatening gunshot wounds and was transported to a local
hospital by a relative.
Anyone with any additional information should contact Major Crimes Detective M. DiSalvo at (804) 646-3930 or Crime Stoppers at (804) 780-1000. The P3 Tips Crime Stoppers app for smartphones also may be used. Both Crime Stoppers reporting methods are anonymous.