Arrest Made in High School Parking Lot Shooting Within 48 Hours

Arrest Made in High School Parking Lot Shooting Within 48 Hours

Richmond Police detectives, with the assistance of the U.S. Marshals Regional Fugitive Task Force, have made an arrest in the shooting at 4314 Crutchfield Street.

David Gutierrez, 18, of Richmond, was arrested without incident today and has been charged with attempted murder x2 and use of a firearm in the commission of a felony x2.

Thursday, at approximately 12:02 p.m., officers were called to George Wythe High School, located at 4314 Crutchfield Street, for the report of shots fired. Officers arrived and found a juvenile male in the woods off the campus of the school. He had suffered an apparent gunshot wound and was transported to a local hospital with an injury that was considered life threatening.

Officers then received a report of another juvenile male who had been transported by personal vehicle to a local hospital with an apparent gunshot wound. The injury was not considered life threatening. This is an ongoing investigation.

Thank you to the assistance of Richmond Public Schools, ATF, U.S. Marshals, and the community during this investigation.

Detectives will continue to investigate this incident.

Anyone with further information about these shootings is asked to call Major Crimes Detective K. Hyde at (804) 646-3613 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.

Victim Identified in Midlothian Turnpike Homicide

Victim Identified in Midlothian Turnpike Homicide

Richmond Police detectives have identified the victim of a shooting last night on Midlothian Turnpike as Marcus Dobson, 40, of Richmond.

At approximately 9:08 p.m., officers were called to an apartment complex in the 4000 block of Midlothian Turnpike for the report of a person shot. Officers arrived and located an adult male, Dobson, down and unresponsive in the grass area near a parking lot, suffering from an apparent gunshot wound. He was transported to a local hospital where last night he succumbed to his injury.

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

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

RPD Pop-Up Series Continues – Elkhardt Neighborhood

RPD Pop-Up Series Continues – Elkhardt Neighborhood

WHAT:              The Richmond Police Department continues the popular Community Pop-Ups with an early evening event in the Elkhardt neighborhood. In collaboration with city agencies, non-profit organizations and federal law enforcement partners, the Pop-Ups bring fun activities and multiple tables of agency information to a neighborhood to engage with the public and to connect residents to resources.

 This event will take place at the Residences at Brookside, an apartment complex at Elkhardt and Whitehead roads.

Today’s RPD Community Pop-Up event is a continuation of the 2023 series that will occur monthly in neighborhoods throughout the city.

 WHEN:              5 – 6:30 p.m., today, Thursday, April 27, 2023 

 WHERE:           6540 Greenbank Road

 BACKGROUND:

Impacting public safety through community engagement is one of the Richmond Police Department’s five core values and the series of Community Pop-Ups play an integral role in achieving this goal. RPD has collaborated with various community stakeholders in this series in an attempt to provide access to resources and to engage with the public on their issues of concern. As motor vehicle thefts have slightly increased in the area, Second Precinct Lieutenant Jeremy Sayles will be providing theft prevention tips to the community.

 Members of the media are invited to attend.

 CONTACT:      Chelsea Taylor, Richmond Police Department

(804) 337-4724

chelsea.taylor@rva.gov

Arrest Made and Victim Identified in Halifax Homicide

Arrest Made and Victim Identified in Halifax Homicide

Richmond Police detectives have identified the victim of a shooting on Halifax Avenue today as Kwanasia Clark, 25, of Richmond.

Destiny Conway, 23, of Richmond, was charged with Malicious Wounding x2 and Use of a Firearm in the Commission of a Felony x2. Additional charges are pending. Her booking photo is attached.

This morning at approximately 2:19 a.m., Richmond Police officers responded to the 2200 block of Halifax Avenue after hearing gunfire in the area.  They located three adult females with gunshot wounds.  Two of the three sustained non-life threatening injuries and one was pronounced dead on scene. One woman was transported to a local hospital and the other refused treatment. 

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

Anyone with information about this homicide is asked to call Detective M. Godwin at (804) 646-5533 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 R Street Homicide

Victim Identified in R Street Homicide

Richmond Police detectives have identified the victim of a shooting this morning on R Street as Curtis Kitchen, 53, of Richmond.

At approximately 12:13 a.m., officers were called to the 1800 block of R Street for the report of a person shot. Officers arrived and located an adult male, Kitchen, down and unresponsive on the roadway. He had suffered an apparent gunshot wound and was pronounced dead at the scene.

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

Detectives believe the shooting may have occurred a few minutes earlier, closer to midnight.

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

Victim, Shooter Identified in Possible Homicide, Suicide on Decatur Street

Victim, Shooter Identified in Possible Homicide, Suicide on Decatur Street

Yesterday at approximately 4:40 p.m., officers were called to the 3200 block of Decatur Street for the report of two persons down in a residence. Officers arrived and located an adult female and an adult male down and unresponsive in the home. They had both suffered apparent gunshot wounds and were pronounced dead at the scene.

Detectives have identified the female victim as Charneice Williams, 36, of Richmond. Her husband, Corwin Hunter, 40, of Richmond, was also identified.

At this time, detectives are working on the determination Hunter shot Williams before shooting himself.

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

Anyone with information about this incident is asked to call 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.

Collision on Lee Bridge Results in Fatality

Collision on Lee Bridge Results in Fatality

The Richmond Police Department Crash Team is investigating a fatal two-vehicle collision that occurred Tuesday on the Lee Bridge.

Tuesday at approximately 2:55 p.m., officers were called to the Lee Bridge for the report of two vehicles colliding in the northbound lanes of the bridge. An SUV collided into the rear of a disabled SUV on the bridge.

Individuals from both vehicles, four adults and a child, were injured and transported to a local hospital for treatment. An adult male from the vehicle that was struck, Ellis Green, Jr., 61, of Richmond, succumbed to his injury at the hospital later that day.

The RPD Crash Team responded to the scene and is investigating.

Anyone with information about this incident is asked to contact RPD Crash Team Investigator W. Kress at (804) 646-0280 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.

Suspect Arrested for North 19th Street Aggravated Assault

Suspect Arrested for North 19^th Street Aggravated Assault

Thanks to tips from the community following an announcement of a suspect sought for a violent assault, Richmond Police officers from Fourth Precinct last night located and arrested the suspect.

Fourth Precinct officers located Ladell Holmes, 23, of Richmond, in a hotel along Chamberlayne Avenue. He was arrested without incident. He has been charged with attempted murder. A booking photo of Holmes is attached.

At approximately 11:35 p.m., Sunday, March 26, officers were called to the 00 block of North 19th Street for the report of an assault. Officers located an adult female who had been injured after being assaulted by an unknown male in an alley off of North 19^th Street. The victim reported she was walking in the area when she was strangled and assaulted, seriously injuring her leg. That male was later identified as Holmes, thanks, in part, to tips from the public.

On Tuesday, the RPD released a media advisory, provided an interview by the case’s detective sergeant and posted information on the RPD social media channels seeking information from the public on the whereabouts of Holmes.

“There is no way to overstate the value to the community when we all come together to make for a safer city,” said Interim Chief Rick Edwards. “Media coverage, information from the public, diligent detective work and quick action from patrol officers were all components of this successful apprehension.”

Anyone with further information about this incident is asked to contact Major Crimes Detective W. Hartley at (804) 646-4314 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, Victim Identified in Stuart Avenue Homicide

Arrest Made, Victim Identified in Stuart Avenue Homicide

Richmond Police detectives have made an arrest in the homicide that occurred on Monday on Stuart Avenue.

Yesterday, the suspect, a juvenile male, 16, of Richmond, surrendered to detectives at Richmond Police headquarters without incident. He has been charged with murder, burglary with intent to commit murder, maliciously shooting within a dwelling, use of a firearm in the commission of a felony x2 and possession of a firearm by a juvenile.

Monday at approximately 2:40 p.m., officers were called to the 3500 block of Stuart Avenue for the report of a person shot. Officers arrived and located an adult male, Curtis Edwards, 40, of Richmond, in an apartment building, down and unresponsive. He had suffered an apparent gunshot wound and was pronounced dead at the scene.

Following a media release of information about the shooting and after the juvenile learned through family members he was a suspect, the juvenile suspect and a family member arrived at RPD headquarters where he surrendered.

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

Traffic Advisory – Ukrop’s Monument Avenue 10K

Traffic Advisory – Ukrop’s Monument Avenue 10K

Thousands of participants and spectators will take to the city streets on Saturday morning for the Ukrop’s Monument Avenue 10K. Numerous road closures and “No Parking” zones will be in effect.

During the event, Monument Avenue will be closed between Stuart Circle and Staples Mill Road. The intersection of Arthur Ashe Boulevard and Monument Avenue will also be closed. Portions of other major streets will be closed, including West Broad Street, West Grace Street, West Franklin Street and Lombardy Street. (See maps below.) North Laurel Street is subject to closure with no parking beginning on Friday, April 21.

Events begin at 8 a.m., Saturday, April 22. Street closures and “No Parking” zones go into effect on several streets on Friday, April 21. Vehicles parked along the race course will be towed to accommodate the event.

Motorists should expect delays in the area.

 

 

 

 

2023 MONUMENT 10K Street Closure Locations

 

Friday, April 21

 

West Franklin Street between North Laurel & Belvidere Street

April 21st (10:00 AM) to April 22nd (5:00 PM)

North Laurel Street between Cathedral Place & West Grace Street

April 21st (10:00 AM) to April 22nd (5:00 PM)

Shafer Street between West Franklin & Grace Street

April 21^st (10:00 AM) to April 22nd (5:00 PM)

West Franklin Street between North Harrison & Belvidere Street

April 21st (10:00 AM) to April 22nd (5:00 PM)

 Pine Street between West Franklin & Grace Street

April 21st (10:00 AM) to April 22nd (5:00 PM)

Grove Avenue between North Harrison & Linden Street

April 21st (3:00 PM) to April 22nd (2:00 PM)

Park Avenue between North Harrison & Linden Street

April 21st (3:00 PM) to April 22nd (2:00 PM)

North Cherry Street between West Main Street & Floyd Avenue

April 21st (5:00 PM) to April 22nd (2:00 PM)

North Linden Street between Park & Floyd Avenue

April 21st (5:00 PM) to April 22nd (2:00 PM)

North Cathedral Place between Cathedral Place & South Cathedral Place

April 21st (5:00 PM) to April 22nd (2:00 PM)

 

Cathedral Place between North Laurel Street & North Cathedral Place 

April 21st (5:00 PM) to April 22nd (2:00 PM)

South Cathedral Place between North Cathedral Place & North Laurel Street

April 21st (5:00 PM) to April 22nd (2:00 PM)

Floyd Avenue between North Cathedral Place & North Harrison Street

April 21st (5:00 PM) to April 22nd (2:00 PM)

North Laurel Street between West Main Street & South Cathedral

April 21^st (5:00 PM) to April 22^nd (2:00 PM)

 

Saturday April 22nd (Race Day) 

West Franklin Street between North Lombardy & Harrison Street

April 22nd (3:00 AM) to (2:00 PM)

Shafer Street between West Broad & Grace Street

April 22nd (3:00 AM) to (12:00 PM)

North Pine Street between West Grace & Broad Street

April 22nd (3:00 AM) to (12:00 PM)

Bowe Street between West Broad & Marshall Street

April 22^nd (3:00 AM) to 12:00 PM)

North Hancock Street between West Broad & Marshall Street

April 22^nd (3:00 AM) to 12:00 PM)

Goshen Street between West Broad & Marshall Street

April 22^nd (3:00 AM) to (12:00 PM)

Gilmer Street between West Broad & Marshall Street

April 22^nd (3:00 AM) to (12:00 PM)

Munford Street between West Broad & Marshall Street

April 22^nd (3:00 AM) to (12:00 PM)

Ryland Street between West Broad & West Grace Street

April 22^nd (3:00 AM) to (12:00 PM)

North Laurel Street between West Grace & Broad Street

April 22nd (3:00 AM) to (12:00 PM)

West Broad Street between Belvidere & North Allen Street

April 22nd (4:00 AM) to (12:00 PM)

 

North Harrison Street between West Marshall Street & Park Avenue

April 22nd (4:00 AM) to (2:00 PM)

Kent Road between Wythe Avenue & Monument Avenue

April 22nd (5:00 AM) to (1:00 PM)

Chantilly Street between Monumental Street & Monument Avenue    

April 22nd (5:00 AM) to (1:00 PM)

Blacker Street between Monumental Street & Monument Avenue

April 22nd (5:00 AM) to (1:00 PM)

Park Avenue between North Lombardy & Linden Street

April 22nd (6:00 AM) to (10:00 AM)

North Lombardy Street between Hanover & Park Avenue

April 22nd (6:00 AM) to (10:00 AM)

Hanover Avenue between North Lombardy Street & Park Avenue

April 22nd (6:00 AM) to (10:00 AM)

Monument Avenue between Stuart Circle & Staples Mill Road

April 22^nd (7:00 AM) to (2:00 PM)

West Grace Street between Belvidere & North Allen Avenue

April 22nd (7:00 AM) to (12:00 PM)

North Lombardy Street between West Broad Street & Park Avenue

April 22nd (7:00 AM) to (2:00 PM)

                MONUMENT 10K NO PARKING LOCATIONS:

 

THURSDAY April 20th

W. Franklin Street (South Side) between N. Laurel & Belvidere Street  

          April 20th (1:00 PM) to April 24th (5:00 PM)

 

FRIDAY April 21^st

     

W. Main Street (North Side) between Belvidere & N. Laurel Street

           April 21^st (10:00 AM) to April 22^nd (5:00 PM)

W. Franklin St. between N. Harrison & Belvidere 

             April 21st (10:00 AM) to April 22nd (5:00 PM)

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

             April 21st (10:00 AM) to April 22nd (5:00 PM)

N. Laurel Street between S. Cathedral Pl. & W. Grace Street

             April 21st (10:00 AM) to April 22nd (5:00 PM)

   N. Pine Street between W. Franklin & Grace Street

             April 21st (10:00 AM) to April 22nd (5:00 PM)

  Grove Avenue between N. Harrison & Linden Street

            April 21st (3:00 PM) to April 22nd (2:00 PM)

Park Avenue between N. Harrison & Linden Street

                    April 21st (3:00 PM) to April 22nd (2:00 PM)

N. Cherry Street between W. Main & Floyd Avenue

              April 21st (5:00 PM) to April 22nd (2:00 PM) 

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

              ***April 21st (5:00 PM) to April 22nd (2:00 PM) ***

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

            April 21st (5:00 PM) to April 22nd (2:00 PM)

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

            April 21st (5:00 PM) to April 22nd (2:00 PM)

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

           April 21st (5:00 PM) to April 22nd (2:00 PM)

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

           April 21st (5:00 PM) to April 22nd (2:00 PM)

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

           April 21st (5:00 PM) to April 22nd (2:00 PM)

 

 

 

 

Saturday April 22nd    (RACE DAY)

W. Broad Street between N. Allen Avenue & Belvidere Street

                       April 22nd (3:00 AM to 12:00 PM)

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

                       April 22nd (3:00 AM to 2:00 PM)

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

                       April 22nd (3:00 AM to 5:00 PM)

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

                       April 22nd (3:00 AM to 2:00 PM)

N. Lombardy St. between Hanover & Park Avenue

                       April 22nd (3:00 AM to 10:00 AM)

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

                       April 22^nd (3:00 AM to 2:00 PM)

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

                       April 22nd (3:00 AM to 12:00 PM)

  Bowe Street between W. Broad & Marshall Street

                       April 22^nd (3:00 AM to 12:00 PM)

  N. Hancock Street between W. Broad & Marshall Street

                       April 22^nd (3:00 AM to 12:00 PM)

   Goshen Street between W. Broad & Marshall Street

                    April 22^nd (3:00 AM to 12:00 PM)

Gilmer Street between W. Broad & Marshall Street

                      April 22^nd (3:00 AM to 12:00 PM)

Munford Street between W. Broad & Marshall Street

                      April 22^nd (3:00 AM to 12:00 PM)

W. Grace Street between Belvidere & N. Allen Avenue

                        April 22nd (3:00 AM to 12:00 PM)  

  Hanover Avenue between N. Lombardy Street & Park Avenue

                        April 22nd (3:00 AM to 10:00 AM)

Park Avenue between N. Lombardy & Linden Street

                        April 22nd (3:00 AM to 10:00 AM)

  Ryland Street between W. Broad & Grace Street

                        April 22^nd (3:00 AM to 12:00 PM)

Pine Street between W. Grace & W. Broad Street

                        April 22nd (3:00 AM to 12:00 PM)

Shafer Street between W. Broad & W. Grace Street

                        April 22nd (3:00 AM to 12:00 PM)

Blacker Street between Monumental St. & Monument Ave.

                        April 22nd (3:00 AM to 1:00 PM)

Chantilly Street between Monumental St. & Monument Ave.

                        April 22nd (3:00 AM to 1:00 PM) 

Kent Road between Wythe Ave & Monument Avenue

                        April 22nd (3:00 AM to 1:00 PM)

 

                        

 

 

                              

Victim Identified in Redd Street Homicide

Victim Identified in Redd Street Homicide

Richmond Police detectives have identified the victim of a shooting on Redd Street on Sunday as Seymour Burton, Jr., 40, of Richmond.

On Sunday at approximately 1:08 a.m., officers were called to the 2300 block of Redd Street for the report of a person down. Officers arrived and located an adult male, Burton, Jr., down on a sidewalk, suffering from apparent gunshot wounds to his legs. Officers applied tourniquets to his injuries in an attempt to stabilize him and Burton was transported to a local hospital where, later that day, he succumbed to his injuries.

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

Detectives have determined Burton, Jr. was shot at approximately 12:49 a.m. while he was near a business at the corner of Redd Street and Mechanicsville Turnpike.

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

Suspect Identified, Sought in North 19th Street Aggravated Assault

Suspect Identified, Sought in North 19^th Street Aggravated Assault

Richmond Police detectives are asking for the public’s assistance in locating Ladell Holmes, 23, of Richmond, the suspect in a strangulation and aggravated assault that occurred last month in the Shockoe Bottom neighborhood. A photo of Holmes is attached.

At approximately 11:35 p.m., Sunday, March 26, officers were called to the 00 block of North 19th Street for the report of an assault. Officers located an adult female who had been injured after being assaulted by an unknown male in an alley off of North 19^th Street.

During the course of the investigation, detectives received important tips from the public and, thanks to that information, have determined the suspect is Holmes.

The victim reported she was walking in the area when assaulted by Holmes, who strangled and struck her, seriously injuring her leg. Detectives ask the public not to engage with Holmes if seen, but to call 911.

Anyone with information about the whereabouts of Holmes is asked to contact Major Crimes at (804) 646-6741 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.

 

Stuart Avenue Death Investigation

Stuart Avenue Death Investigation

At approximately 2:40 p.m., officers were called to the 3500 block of Stuart Avenue for the report of a person shot. Officers arrived and located an adult male in an apartment building, down and unresponsive. He had suffered an apparent gunshot wound and was pronounced dead at the scene.

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

At this time, detectives do not believe this was a random act and are investigating.

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

Victim Identified in Petoskey Avenue Homicide

Victim Identified in Petoskey Avenue Homicide

Richmond Police detectives have identified the victim of a shooting on Petoskey Avenue yesterday as Orlando Lee, 42, of Richmond.

On Sunday at approximately 8:47 p.m., officers were called to the 5600 block of Petoskey Avenue for the report of a person shot. Officers arrived and located an adult male, Lee, down and unresponsive in an apartment. He had suffered apparent gunshot wounds and was pronounced dead at the scene.

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

Detectives have determined this is an isolated incident and are investigating this shooting.

Anyone with information about this homicide is asked to call Major Crimes Detective C. Tovar at (804) 646-6739 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.

Victim Identified in Gay Street Death Investigation

Victim Identified in Gay Street Death Investigation

Last night at approximately 10:18 p.m., Richmond Police officers were called to the 1600 block of Gay Street for the report of a shooting. Once on scene officers located an adult male, Rayvon Holloway, 28, of Richmond with an apparent gunshot wound. He was transported to a local hospital where he later succumbed to his injuries.

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 N. Reese at (804) 646-0712 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.

Victim Identified in Mechanicsville Turnpike Homicide

Victim Identified in Mechanicsville Turnpike Homicide

Last night at approximately 7:09 p.m., Richmond Police officers were called to the 1900 block of Mechanicsville Turnpike for the report of a shooting. Once on scene officers located an adult male, Patrick Jenkins, 38, of Richmond with an apparent gunshot wound. He was transported to a local hospital where he later succumbed to his injuries.

The Medical Examiner will determine the 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 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 Mosby Street Homicide

Victim Identified in Mosby Street Homicide

Richmond Police detectives have identified the victim in the homicide on Mosby Street as Brandon Jackson, 25, of Richmond.

Last night at approximately 8:44 p.m., the Richmond Police Department received a call for a shooting in the 1300 block of Coalter Street.  Once on scene officers canvassed the area and located an adult male, Jackson, with an apparent gunshot wound in the 1000 block of Mosby Street. He was pronounced dead at the scene.

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

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

Update on Evergreen Avenue Homicide, Officer-Involved Shooting

Update on Evergreen Avenue Homicide, Officer-Involved Shooting

The male who was involved in the officer-involved shooting following the homicide on Evergreen Avenue has died.

Richmond Police Department detectives have identified him as James Talbert, III, 63, of Richmond. Detectives have identified the female victim of the homicide on Evergreen Avenue yesterday as Peace Talbert, 55, of Richmond. The two individuals were married.

Yesterday at approximately 10:39 a.m., Second Precinct officers were called to a residence in the 1100 block of Evergreen Avenue for the report of a person shot inside a home. Officers found an adult female, Peace Talbert, inside the home down and unresponsive, suffering from an apparent gunshot wound. She was transported to a local hospital where she succumbed to her injury.

At approximately 11:09 a.m., two Fourth Precinct officers encountered the suspect, James Talbert, III, outside of his vehicle in the 4200 block of North Avenue. The officers fired their service weapons, striking and injuring Talbert, III. Officers were not injured. Officers at the scene rendered aid to Talbert, III. He was then transported to a local hospital where, last night, he died. Officers recovered a firearm at the scene.

The homicide is under investigation and, as with all officer-involved shooting incidents, the department is conducting a thorough investigation of the officer-involved shooting incident. 

This investigation is ongoing and more information will be released at the appropriate time.

Anyone with information is asked to contact Major Crimes Detective M. Young at (804) 646-3926 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.