February 26, 2024   

Arrest Made, Victim Identified in West Clay Street Homicide 

Richmond Police detectives have identified the victim of the homicide on West Clay Street last night as Derrit Banks, 55, of Richmond.                          

At approximately 7:08 p.m., officers were called to the 300 block of West Clay Street for the report of a person shot. Officers arrived on scene and located an adult male, Banks, suffering from an apparent gunshot wound. He was transported to a local hospital where he succumbed to his injuries. 

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

Detectives have arrested Jermorrie Simmons, 49, of Richmond. He was charged with second degree murder. His booking photo is attached.

Detectives are not looking for any other suspects in this homicide investigation.

Anyone with further information about this homicide is asked to call Major Crimes Detective C. Weaver at (804) 646-6030 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.