Fatal Single-Vehicle Crash on Hey Road

Fatal Single-Vehicle Crash on Hey Road

The Richmond Police Department Crash Team is investigating a fatal single-vehicle collision that occurred on Hey Road.

At approximately 8:09 a.m., officers were called to the 2800 block of Hey Road for the report of a single-vehicle crash in the westbound lane. An SUV left the roadway and crashed into a fence, causing the vehicle to overturn.

All individuals within the SUV, a 16-year-old driver and three juvenile passengers, were injured and transported to a local hospital for treatment. One of the passengers, a 10-year-old male, succumbed to his injuries at the hospital and another passenger sustained an injury that is considered life-threatening. The other two juveniles have since been released from the hospital.

The RPD Crash Team responded to the scene and the crash remains under investigation.

Anyone with information about this incident is asked to contact RPD Crash Team Detective K. Quinn at (804) 646-6190, Sergeant 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.

UPDATE: Victim Identified in Raven Street Death Investigation, Detectives Clarify Crime Scenes

UPDATE: Victim Identified in Raven Street Death Investigation, Detectives Clarify Crime Scenes

Richmond Police detectives, investigating the four persons shot on Monday, have determined there were two shooting scenes, the 2100 block of Ford Avenue and the 1900 block of Raven Street.

Quickly following the shootings on Ford Avenue, which resulted in the homicide of a juvenile male, 15, and an injury to a juvenile male, 14, shots were fired about a block away among a large gathering of people on Raven Street. Two adult males were shot at this scene. Lavaris Harris, 24, of Richmond, later succumbed to his injuries.

On Monday at approximately 11:10 p.m., officers were called to the 1900 block of Raven Street for the report of a shooting. Officers arrived and were notified that several individuals had been shot and had been transported to VCU Medical Center by personal vehicles.

Officers arrived at the hospital where the juvenile male who had been shot in the incident on Ford Avenue was pronounced dead. Harris succumbed to his injury early on Tuesday.

Anyone with information about these incidents is asked to call Detective C. Tovar at (804) 646-6739 or Detective M. Godwin at (804) 646-5533 or call 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.

Raven Street Death Investigations and Aggravated Assault x2

Raven Street Death Investigations and Aggravated Assault x2

Yesterday at approximately 11:10 p.m., officers were called to the 1900 block of Raven Street for the report of a shooting. Officers arrived and were notified that several individuals had been shot and had been transported to VCU Medical Center by personal vehicles.

Officers arrived at the hospital and, with the assistance of VCU Police, began the investigation of the four males who had been shot. A juvenile male, 15, of Richmond, was pronounced dead last night at the hospital. An adult male who had suffered an injury that was considered life threatening succumbed to his injury earlier today. A juvenile male, 14, and an adult male were treated for wounds that were not considered life threatening.

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

Detectives are investigating reports of altercations among a large gathering of people in the outdoor area of Raven Street in the Mosby neighborhood prior to the shootings.

Anyone with information about this incident is asked to call Detective C. Tovar at (804) 646-6739 or call 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 Edwards Avenue Homicide

Victim Identified in Edwards Avenue Homicide

Richmond Police detectives have identified the victim in the homicide that occurred yesterday on Edwards Avenue as Tyshawn White, 18, of Richmond.

Yesterday at approximately 1:27 p.m., officers were called to the 1600 block of Edwards Avenue for the report of a person shot. Officers arrived and a relative of the victim directed officers to White who was down and unresponsive inside the residence. He had suffered an apparent gunshot wound and was pronounced dead at the scene.

Detectives are seeking video from surveillance cameras from the area which is in the northern area of the Oak Grove neighborhood.

Anyone with information or video is asked to call Major Crimes Detective G. Sullivan at (804) 646-3929 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.

Edwards Avenue Death Investigation

    May 22, 2024          

   Edwards Avenue Death Investigation                                       

Today at approximately 1:27 p.m., officers were called to the 1600 block of Edwards Avenue for the report of a person shot. Officers arrived and found an adult male down and unresponsive inside a residence. 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 are canvassing the neighborhood for witnesses and information.

Anyone with information about this death investigation is asked to call Major Crimes Detective G. Sullivan at (804) 646-3929 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.

Missing Woman Sought

 

May 22, 2024

Missing Woman Sought

The Richmond Police Department is asking for the public’s help in locating a Richmond woman who has been reported missing by her family.

Toni-Ann Tarantini, 41, was last seen on Sunday, April 28, 2024, in the 1000 block of North Lombardy Street. Family members are concerned for her safety.

Toni-Ann Tarantini is approximately 5’03 tall and weighs about 230 pounds. Her photo is attached.

Toni-Ann Tarantini has health issues for which she is prescribed medication. Anyone with information on her whereabouts is asked to call Major Crimes, Youth and Family Crimes Unit at (804) 646-6764 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 East Brookland Park Boulevard Homicide

Victim Identified in East Brookland Park Boulevard Homicide

Richmond Police detectives have identified the victim of the homicide on East Brookland Park Boulevard as Cecil Johnson, 41, of Chesterfield.

Yesterday at approximately 2:24 p.m., officers were called to the 400 block of East Brookland Park Boulevard for the report of a person shot. Officers arrived and in the rear parking area of an apartment building found an adult male, Johnson, inside of a vehicle. 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 are asking those in the area with surveillance cameras to review the video and look for suspicious activity around the time of the incident. Of particular interest to detectives are the areas of East Brookland Park Boulevard, Cliff Avenue and Essex Place. 

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

East Brookland Park Boulevard Death Investigation

East Brookland Park Boulevard Death Investigation

At approximately 2:24 p.m., officers were called to the 400 block of East Brookland Park Boulevard for the report of a person shot. Officers arrived and in the rear parking area of an apartment building found an adult male inside of a vehicle. 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 are asking those in the area with surveillance cameras to review the video and look for suspicious activity early this afternoon. Of particular interest to detectives are the areas on East Brookland Park Boulevard, Cliff Avenue and Richmond-Henrico Turnpike.

Anyone with information about this death investigation is asked to call Major Crimes Detective K. Hyde at (804) 646-3613 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.

UPDATE: Devin Folkins has been located and is safe

UPDATE: Devin Folkins has been located and is safe. We thank the community for their assistance in helping get Devin home safely.

Missing person alert:

On Saturday, May 11, RPD officers took a missing persons report from the family of Devin Folkins after he was last seen at a gas station in Henrico County. He may also be involved in a hit and run that occurred on Tuesday, May 7, in the 6900 block of Patterson Avenue.  

An individual, possibly Folkins, was seen running on foot northbound on Three Chopt Road following the collision.

Folkins has health issues for which he is prescribed medication. Anyone with information on his whereabouts is asked to call the Richmond Police Department’s Youth and Family Crimes Unit at (804) 646-6764.

Victim Identified in Midlothian Turnpike Homicide Investigation

Victim Identified in Midlothian Turnpike Homicide Investigation

Richmond Police detectives have identified the victim of the homicide that occurred on Thursday on Midlothian Turnpike as Anthony Bagby, 60, of Henrico.

At approximately 12:45 a.m., May 16, officers were called to the 3600 block of Midlothian Turnpike for the report of a shooting. Officers arrived and found an adult male, Bagby, inside of a vehicle with an apparent gunshot wound. 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 B. Neifeld at (804) 646-3246 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 Overlook Street Homicide Investigation

Victim Identified in Overlook Street Homicide Investigation

Richmond Police detectives have identified the victim of the homicide that occurred yesterday on Overlook Street as Spen’Shawn Battle, 26, of Richmond.

Yesterday at approximately 3:40 p.m., officers were called to the 1300 block of Overlook Street for the report of a person shot. Officers arrived and found an adult male, Battle, down on the ground with an apparent gunshot wound. 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 P. Mansfield at (804) 646-6996 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.

 

 

Missing person alert: Devin Folkins

Missing person alert:

On Saturday, May 11, RPD officers took a missing persons report from the family of Devin Folkins after he was last seen at a gas station in Henrico County. He may also be involved in a hit and run that occurred on Tuesday, May 7, in the 6900 block of Patterson Avenue.  

An individual, possibly Folkins, was seen running on foot northbound on Three Chopt Road following the collision.

Folkins has health issues for which he is prescribed medication. Anyone with information on his whereabouts is asked to call the Richmond Police Department’s Youth and Family Crimes Unit at (804) 646-6764.

Richmond Police Memorial Ceremony

 Richmond Police Memorial Ceremony

 

May 14, 2024

 

WHAT:                                Richmond Police Memorial Ceremony

               

WHEN:                                10 a.m. TOMORROW, Wednesday, May 15, 2024

               

WHERE:                             Richmond Police Training Academy, 1202 W. Graham Road

               

BACKGROUND:             Each year law enforcement agencies across the country honor those who     gave their lives in the line of duty during National Police Week.

                                   

                                    This year’s observance is May 12 through May 18. National Police Week activities offer opportunities of remembrance and honor while allowing law enforcement, survivors, and the public to gather and pay homage to those who gave their lives in the line of duty.

                                   

                                    Mayor Levar M. Stoney, Chief Administrative Officer Lincoln Saunders, Chief Rick Edwards, the Commonwealth of Virginia’s Deputy Secretary for Public Safety & Homeland Security Marcus Anderson, the Richmond Police Department and community members will honor Richmond’s fallen officers and also remember those who served the department and passed away in 2023 and to-date in 2024. Family members of Richmond’s fallen officers will be in attendance to lay a wreath at the memorial stone.

                                   

                                    Members of the public and the media are invited to attend.

 

RPD Crash Team Investigating Fatal Single-Vehicle Collision

 

May 13, 2024

 

RPD Crash Team Investigating Fatal Single-Vehicle Collision

 

The Richmond Police Department Crash Team is investigating a fatal single-vehicle collision that occurred this morning at the toll booth of the Downtown Expressway.

 

Today at approximately 5:19 a.m., a vehicle traveling eastbound on the Downtown Expressway collided with the toll booth in the Richmond Metropolitan Transportation Authority toll plaza. The vehicle struck the concrete divider between toll lanes, collided with the toll structure, and burst into flames.

 

A motorist traveling westbound on the Downtown Expressway observed the incident and called 911. A Virginia State Police trooper was the first on the scene, followed by RPD officers and the Richmond Fire Department.

 

The RPD Crash Team responded and is investigating. The vehicle was occupied solely by the driver and the driver was pronounced dead at the scene. There were no other injuries.

 

All eastbound lanes were closed to traffic until 9 a.m. when they re-opened. The westbound lanes were not impacted.

 

Anyone with information about this incident is asked to contact RPD Crash Team Sergeant D. Cuffley at (804) 646-3135 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 Sought in String of Robberies from In-Person Transactions, Safe Exchange Zones Available

 May 10, 2024

Suspect Sought in String of Robberies from In-Person Transactions, Safe Exchange Zones Available

Earlier this week, detectives released images of a person suspected of an armed robbery during an in-person transaction which began online. 

Detectives have now released new images of another suspect in a recent string of similar robberies and are asking the public for assistance in identifying him and remind the public that Safe Exchange Zones are available while conducting transactions.

The images of the suspect and an example of the multi-colored jersey detectives believe he was wearing are attached. This suspect is related to several robberies that occurred last week in the East End of Richmond. The victims have attempted to complete transactions for expensive mobile phones following a deal being struck in an online marketplace. The suspect arrives, brandishes a firearm, steals the cash or item, and flees.

While conducting business with unknown persons, the Richmond Police Department advises the public to use Safe Exchange Zones, located at two police precincts. Photos are attached. Safe Exchange Zones are well marked areas with a video camera recording 24 hours a day. While these cameras are not monitored live, should an incident occur, the video can be used to assist a detective’s investigation.

Safe Exchange Zones can be found here:

• Second Precinct – 177 E. Belt Boulevard

• Fourth Precinct – 2219 Chamberlayne Avenue

If you cannot locate a Safe Exchange Zone location, follow these safety tips:

• If a deal seems too good to be true – it probably is.

• Meet at a well-lit, public location that you choose.

• Do not conduct exchanges at your home or at the unknown person’s home.

• Conduct exchanges during daylight hours.

• Avoid meeting strangers alone.

• Share your location with a trusted friend or family member.

• Trust your instincts, if something does not feel right, cancel the meeting.

Anyone with information about this suspect or other incidents of robbery is asked to contact First Precinct Detective J. Clark at (804) 646-0698 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.

Arrest Made, Victims Identified in Spotsylvania Street Double Homicide

Arrest Made, Victims Identified in Spotsylvania Street Double Homicide

Richmond Police detectives have made an arrest in the double homicide that occurred on Spotsylvania Street last month.

Following an extensive investigation, detectives yesterday charged a juvenile male, 17, of Richmond, who was shot during the incident, with murder and use of a firearm in the commission of a felony. He was already in custody for an unrelated incident as well as a firearm charge resulting from this investigation.

At approximately 6:58 p.m., on Thursday, April 11, officers were called to the 1600 block of Spotsylvania Street for the report of a shooting. Officers arrived and found an adult male, Sherwarren Fleming, 43, of Richmond, and an adult female, Monique Lambert, 40, of Richmond, down and unresponsive outside the residence. They had each suffered an apparent gunshot wound and were pronounced dead at the scene.

The 17-year-old male, who has been charged in this investigation, was located near the scene. He had suffered an apparent gunshot wound and was transported to a local hospital with injuries that were not considered life threatening.

Anyone with further information about this incident is asked to call Major Crimes Detective A. Darnell at (804) 646-3927 or call 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 in Chamberlayne Avenue Homicide

Arrest Made in Chamberlayne Avenue Homicide

Richmond Police detectives have made an arrest in the homicide of Daniel Mallory that occurred on Chamberlayne Avenue last week.

Detectives arrested Jason Morton, Jr., 21, of Richmond, and charged him with second degree murder. Additional charges are pending. His booking photo is attached.

On Tuesday, April 30 at approximately 9:20 p.m., officers were called to the 2700 block of Chamberlayne Avenue for the report of random gunfire. Officers arrived and found an adult male, Mallory, down and unresponsive in an alley. He had suffered an apparent gunshot wound and was pronounced dead at the scene.

The department wishes to thank the individuals and businesses that provided surveillance video near the area of the shooting which assisted detectives in this investigation.

Anyone with further information is asked to call Major Crimes Detective M. Godwin at (804) 317-6922 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.

Robbery Suspect Sought, Safe Exchange Zones Available

Robbery Suspect Sought, Safe Exchange Zones Available

Detectives are asking for the public’s assistance to identify an armed robbery suspect and remind the public that Safe Exchange Zones are available while conducting transactions.

In an incident last month, the male in the attached photos was in contact with an individual through social media for the purpose of buying an item. When they met at the location, the suspect brandished a firearm and robbed the victim of the item, a mobile phone.

Richmond Police detectives are investigating several similar incidents of transactions that began on social media and became robberies recently, although not necessarily involving this same suspect.

While conducting business with unknown persons, the Richmond Police Department advises the public to use Safe Exchange Zones, located at two police precincts. Photos are attached. Safe Exchange Zones are well marked areas with a video camera recording 24 hours a day. While these cameras are not monitored live, should an incident occur, the video can be used to assist a detective’s investigation.

Safe Exchange Zones can be found here:

• Second Precinct – 177 E. Belt Boulevard

• Fourth Precinct – 2219 Chamberlayne Avenue

 

If you cannot locate a Safe Exchange Zone location, follow these safety tips:

• Meet at a well-lit, public location that you choose.

• Do not conduct exchanges at your home or at the unknown person’s home.

• Conduct exchanges during daylight hours.

• Avoid meeting strangers alone.

• Share your location with a trusted friend or family member.

• Trust your instincts, if something does not feel right, cancel the meeting.

Anyone with information about this suspect or other incidents of robbery is asked to contact First Precinct Detective A. Partain at (804) 646-1290 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.

Identification Made in Chamberlayne Avenue Fatal Collision

Identification Made in Chamberlayne Avenue Fatal Collision

The Richmond Police Department’s Crash Team investigators have identified the driver in the fatal crash that occurred at the intersection of Chamberlayne and West Laburnum avenues last night as Meredith Norris, 28, of Allison Park, PA. 

At approximately 11:37 p.m., officers were called to the 3600 block of Chamberlayne Avenue for a report of three-vehicle collision. Officers arrived and found a damaged vehicle in the right northbound travel lane with three occupants, including Norris, in the vehicle. Two other damaged vehicles were on scene, a sedan and a pickup truck.

Norris was transported to a local hospital where she succumbed to her injuries. The other two passengers of the first vehicle were transported to a local hospital for injuries sustained in the crash. The Medical Examiner will determine the cause and manner of death.

The RPD Crash Team responded to the scene and have determined that speed of the striking sedan was a factor. Investigators also determined the sedan, operated by an adult male, crashed into the pickup truck, which was also stopped at the red signal, before colliding with the first vehicle.

The driver, Davonte Ridley, 27, of Emporia, VA, was taken into custody on several outstanding felony warrants from other Virginia jurisdictions. He was also charged with possession of controlled substances. Further charges are pending.

Anyone with further information about this incident is asked to contact RPD Crash Team Investigator T. Harrell at (804) 646-5292 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.

Victim Identified in Chamberlayne Avenue Homicide

 Victim Identified in Chamberlayne Avenue Homicide

Richmond Police detectives have identified the victim of the homicide on Chamberlayne Avenue last night as Daniel Mallory, 36, of Richmond.

At approximately 9:20 p.m., officers were called to the 2700 block of Chamberlayne Avenue for the report of random gunfire. Officers arrived and found an adult male, Mallory, down and unresponsive in an alley. He had suffered an apparent gunshot wound and was pronounced dead at the scene.

Detectives are investigating this shooting as a homicide. They ask anyone who heard shots in the area or anyone who saw suspicious activity last night to call investigators.

Anyone with information is asked to call Major Crimes Detective M. Godwin at (804) 317-6922 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.