Victim Identified in Fatal Pedestrian Collision at Laurel and West Main Street

Victim Identified in Fatal Pedestrian Collision at Laurel and West Main Street

Richmond Police detectives have identified the victim in the pedestrian collision that occurred Friday afternoon in the 800 Block of West Main Street, as 22-year-old Mahrokh Somia Khan.

Yesterday at approximately 8:57 a.m., officers were called to the 800 block of West Main Street and found an injured adult female, Khan, in the right travel lane of West Main Street. She was transported to a local hospital where she succumbed to her injuries.           

The RPD Crash Team responded to the scene and determined that Khan was attempting to cross the intersection of North Laurel and West Main Street when she was struck by the vehicle. The driver of the vehicle remained on scene. The RPD Crash Team continues to investigate this tragic incident. 

Anyone with further information about this collision is asked to call RPD Crash Team Investigator W. Kress at 804-646-0280 or contact Crime Stoppers at 804-780-1000. The P3 Tips Crime Stoppers app for smartphones may also be used. Crime Stoppers methods are anonymous.

Arrest Made in 2022 Homicide on East Main Street

Arrest Made in 2022 Homicide on East Main Street

Richmond Police detectives have made an arrest for the homicide of Xavier Brown that occurred on East Main Street in May of 2022.

Earlier this month, Jakwon Taylor, 26, of Richmond, was indicted in connection with the murder of Brown. Taylor has been charged with murder, attempted robbery, use of a firearm in the commission of a felony x2 and possession of a firearm by a convicted felon. His booking photo is attached.

“This investigation is an excellent example of the determination of our homicide detectives and a great lesson in the uses of technology to advance public safety,” said Interim Chief Rick Edwards. “Detectives diligently worked through the months and continued to search for video sources to help identify the suspect. We thank the media for broadcasting those images and the public for their tips. It is this spirit of collaboration that makes for a safer Richmond.”

At approximately 2:10 a.m., Saturday, May 21, officers were called to the 1500 block of East Main Street for the report of a person down. Officers arrived and found an adult male, Xavier Brown, 23, of Richmond, down and unresponsive in a parking lot. He had suffered a gunshot wound and was pronounced dead at the scene.

Anyone with further information about this homicide is asked to call Major Crimes Detective M. Gouldman (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.

 

Suspect Charged in 2021 Incidents of Assault, Homicide on Bus

Suspect Charged in 2021 Incidents of Assault, Homicide on Bus

Richmond Police detectives have charged the suspect involved in two separate violent incidents, including a homicide, on GRTC buses in 2021.

Dexter Superville, Jr., 24, of Richmond, was sought for an assault on October 11, 2021 and a homicide on November 9, 2021.

Detectives, with assistance from the U.S. Marshals Service, located Superville, Jr. in New York State earlier this month and he was taken into custody by Marshals. He was transported to Richmond and has been charged with first degree murder, use of a firearm in the commission of a felony, malicious wounding, strangulation and simple assault. His booking photo is attached.

Anyone with further information about these incidents is asked to call Major Crimes Detective P. Ripley at (804) 646-0423 or call Crime Stoppers at (804) 646-1000. The P3 Tips Crime Stoppers app for smartphones also may be used. All Crime Stoppers reporting methods are anonymous.

 

Victim Identified in Maury Street Homicide

Victim Identified in Maury Street Homicide

Richmond Police Department detectives have identified the victim in the homicide on Maury Street on Tuesday as Tegene Birke, 56, of Richmond.

At approximately 12:55 p.m., officers were called to the 3400 block of Maury Street for the report of a person shot. Officers arrived and found an adult male down and unresponsive in a parking lot. He had suffered an apparent gunshot wound and 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 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.

Person of Interest in Armed Commercial Robbery x2

 

January 20, 2022 

Person of Interest in Armed Commercial Robbery x2

Richmond Police detectives are asking for the public’s assistance in identifying the individual in the attached photos who is a person of interest in multiple armed commercial robberies that occurred in the past few months along East Brookland Park Boulevard.

At approximately 6:40 p.m. on Tuesday, November 29, officers responded to the 1400 block of East Brookland Park Boulevard for the report of an armed robbery. It was determined that a black male, who was wearing a grey hooded sweatshirt and blue jeans, brandished a firearm and demanded money from the employee. The suspect took money from the cash register and fled on foot.

On January 8 at 7:05 p.m., officers were again called to the 1400 block of East Brookland Park Boulevard to investigate a report of an armed robbery. A male wearing a grey sweatshirt and grey sweatpants brandished a firearm and robbed the business of money before fleeing on foot. The suspect is believed to be the same in both robberies.

Anyone with information about the identity of this individual is asked to contact Property Crimes Detective Sergeant M. Stella at (804) 646- 4656 or Detective D. Marakovitz at (804) 646-4636 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.