Ruffin Road Homicide, Aggravated Assault

Ruffin Road Homicide, Aggravated Assault

 

Last night at approximately 9:54 p.m., officers were called to an apartment complex in the 2200 block of Ruffin Road for the report of a shooting. 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 last night he succumbed to his injury. Detectives have identified him as Malcolm Coleman, 29, of Richmond.

 

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

 

Detectives were notified that at approximately the same time an adult male was transported by personal vehicle to a local hospital. He had suffered a gunshot wound that was not considered life threatening. Detectives have determined he was injured during the same shooting incident at the Ruffin Road apartment complex.

 

There were reports of many people present at the location of the shootings. Investigators are asking for persons with knowledge of the circumstances to provide information to detectives.

 

Anyone with information about this incident is asked to call Major Crimes 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.

 

Grace Period Ending for Safety Cameras, Errors in Citations Corrected

Grace Period Ending for Safety Cameras, Errors in Citations Corrected

The Richmond Police Department reminds motorists that the grace period for speeding violations at the newest Safety Camera locations ends October 1. Violations at these locations on or after October 1 will result in a citation.

Please note several incorrect citations have been issued by the program vendor instead of warnings. The automatic system of identifying speeding violators in front of schools at student arrival and dismissal times was designed to send warnings to the registered owners of the vehicles during the grace period.

The vendor has begun sending letters notifying those who were issued violations instead of warnings at the new camera locations. Those violations have been voided and no payment is required. For those who have already paid the erroneous fines – refunds will be issued.

The two pilot locations at Linwood Holton Elementary (West Laburnum Avenue and Hermitage Road) and Patrick Henry School of Science and Arts (Semmes Avenue) have been in operation since March of this year and are continuing to issue valid violations.

The RPD, in conjunction with the city’s Vision Zero Task Force, under the umbrella of the Richmond Department of Public Works (DPW), and with the support of the Safe and Healthy Streets Commission, the Richmond City Council, and Mayor Levar M. Stoney, have deployed safety cameras at Richmond schools at nine new locations.

Richmond Highway Homicide

Richmond Highway Homicide

Today at approximately 7:12 a.m., officers were called to the 200 block of Richmond Highway for the report of a person down. Officers arrived and found an adult male down and unresponsive in a front yard of a structure. He had suffered a gunshot wound and 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. Ripley at (804) 646-0423 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.

 

Suspect Surrenders, is Charged Following Shooting of RPD Officer

 Suspect Surrenders, is Charged Following Shooting of RPD Officer

 

Richmond Police detectives have charged the suspect in the shooting of an RPD officer.

 

A juvenile male, 16, of Richmond, surrendered to the Chesterfield County Police Department today without incident. After consultation with the Office of the Commonwealth’s Attorney, he has been charged with malicious wounding of a law enforcement officer, use of a firearm during a felony, possession of a firearm by a minor and possession of a concealed weapon.

 

“I’d like to thank Chesterfield Police for their assistance, as well as the U.S. Marshals Regional Fugitive Task Force for their rapid response following this shooting,” said RPD Chief Rick Edwards. “The RPD officers at the scene are commended for swiftly bringing their fellow officer for medical treatment while also handling the scene and witnesses in a professional manner.”

 

Last night at approximately 11:29 p.m., officers conducted a traffic stop of a vehicle in the 2300 block of Fairfield Avenue and, after observing suspicious movements in the vehicle, directed the occupants out of the car.

 

During the preliminary investigation, the male suspect, in possession of a firearm, fired a shot which injured a male RPD officer. Officers did not return fire. The suspect fled on foot eastbound on Fairfield Avenue.

 

Anyone with further information about this incident is asked to call 911 or 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.

RPD Officer Shot, Injured During Traffic Stop

RPD Officer Shot, Injured During Traffic Stop

 

A Richmond Police Department officer was shot and wounded during a traffic stop on Fairfield Avenue. The suspect remains at large.

 

At approximately 11:29 p.m., officers conducted a traffic stop of a vehicle in the 2300 block of Fairfield Avenue and, after observing suspicious movements in the vehicle, directed the occupants out of the car.

 

During the preliminary investigation, a male suspect, in possession of a firearm, fired a shot which injured a male RPD officer. Officers did not return fire. The suspect fled on foot eastbound on Fairfield Avenue. The other officers present transported the injured officer to a local hospital with an injury that was not considered life threatening.

 

Major Crimes detectives, precinct officers, forensics staff, RPD command staff and the U.S. Marshals Regional Fugitive Task Force responded to the scene. Detectives canvassed the neighborhood for information on the identity and whereabouts of the suspect.

 

Anyone with information about this incident is asked to call 911 or 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.

Arrests Made in Midlothian Turnpike Homicide of 16-Year-Old

Arrests Made in Midlothian Turnpike Homicide of 16-Year-Old

 

Richmond Police detectives have made arrests in the Midlothian Turnpike homicide investigation of a 16-year-old male that occurred Saturday.

 

Detectives arrested two persons today in connection with this incident. A juvenile male, 17, of Richmond, has been charged with murder, use of a firearm in the commission of a felony, and conspiracy to commit murder. Kareem Clyburn, 32, of Henrico, was charged with possession of a firearm by a convicted felon. A booking photo of Clyburn is attached.

 

At approximately 10:05 p.m., Saturday, September 14, officers responded to the 4000 block of Midlothian Turnpike after hearing gunfire. They located three individuals who had suffered apparent gunshot wounds. Two adult females were transported to local hospitals with non-life-threatening injuries. The third victim, a juvenile male, was pronounced dead at the scene.

 

Anyone with further information about this incident 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 may also be used. All Crime Stoppers reporting methods are anonymous.

Cause of ATV Crash Sought

Cause of ATV Crash Sought

The Richmond Police Department Crash Team is seeking information on the cause of an ATV crash on Dock Street on Saturday.

At approximately 7:45 p.m., officers were called to the 2100 block of Dock Street for the report of a single-vehicle crash. Officers arrived and found an adult male down in the eastbound lanes of the roadway. He was transported to a local hospital with injuries that were considered life threatening.

The injured male’s all-terrain vehicle was located at the scene, on the Virginia Capital Trail, which runs parallel to the roadway.

The RPD’s Crash Team responded. Investigators are seeking information about the circumstances of the crash. The individual may have been part of a large group of ATVs and motorbikes which were operating recklessly through the city at the time of the crash. Investigators made arrests and seized motorbikes on Saturday following an investigation of the group.

Anyone with information about the cause of the crash or the identity of other riders in the group is asked to call Crash Team Investigator R. Jamison at (804) 646-1665 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.

Nuevo Enlace Hispano de la Policía de Richmond, Abiertas las inscripciones para la 29ª Academia Hispana

Nuevo Enlace Hispano de la Policía de Richmond, Abiertas las inscripciones para la 29ª Academia Hispana

 

El Departamento de Policía de Richmond (RPD) ha nombrado a la ex agente de policía Jasmine Pérez como la nueva Enlace Hispana para ayudar a servir a la comunidad.

 

Jasmine Pérez, una orgullosa veterana de 18 años en RPD, ha regresado al departamento en un puesto civil como Analista Senior de Gerencia (Gerente de Proyectos) para la división de Servicios Comunitarios, Juveniles y de Intervención de RPD, enfocándose en el programa de recorridos en patrulla, iniciativas para la juventud y la misión de enlace hispano.

 

Oriunda del Bronx en la ciudad de Nueva York y proveniente de una familia de agentes de la ley, Jasmine se mudó a Richmond en el 2006 y se unió al departamento de policía. Su hermano y su primo la siguieron en las filas de RPD.

 

Dijo Jasmine Pérez: "Estoy encantada de continuar sirviendo a la comunidad de Richmond como enlace hispana”. "Ya que el Mes de la Herencia Hispana comienza el 15 de septiembre, es el momento perfecto para mejorar nuestros lazos y brindar un acceso aún mejor a nuestros servicios".

 

Como enlace hispana, la Sra. Pérez se relacionará con la población de habla hispana de la ciudad, derribando barreras y encontrando medios para que la comunidad obtenga servicios. Ella también trabajará en estrecha colaboración con la Oficina de Enlace para Inmigrantes y Refugiados (OIRE) de la ciudad, la cual trabaja para aumentar el acceso a los servicios y recursos comunitarios y municipales, así como también promueve la educación y la participación cívica. OIRE también está fomentando el uso de un nuevo servicio de interpretación telefónica por parte de los funcionarios municipales, lo que proporciona interpretación inmediata para brindar un mejor servicio a toda la comunidad de Richmond.

 

¡Jasmine Pérez también está reclutando participantes para la 29ª Academia de Comunitaria de la Policía de Richmond! A partir del 26 de septiembre y hasta el 21 de noviembre de 2024, las ocho reuniones semanales se llevarán a cabo todos los jueves de 6 a 8 p.m. en la Estación de Policía #2, ubicada en el 177 de East Belt Boulevard.

Las clases cubrirán una variedad de temas que incluyen: introducción a los derechos constitucionales, cómo comportarse en los encuentros con la policía, prevención de delitos, resucitación cardiopulmonar, seguridad personal, análisis forense y procesamiento de escenas de crímenes, robo de identidad y violencia doméstica. 

 

La Academia Comunitaria de la Policía de Richmond es gratuita.  Cualquier persona interesada debe enviar un correo electrónico a jasmine.perez@rva.gov o llamar al (804) 646-5158 para registrarse.

 

Se pueden comunicar con Jasmine Pérez llamando a su oficina al (804) 646-5158, a su teléfono móvil (804) 750-9645, o por correo electrónico: jasmine.perez@rva.gov

New RPD Hispanic Liaison, Registration Open for 29th Hispanic Academy

New RPD Hispanic Liaison, Registration Open for 29^th Hispanic Academy

 

The Richmond Police Department has named former police officer Jasmine Perez as the new Hispanic Liaison to help serve the community.

 

A proud 18-year veteran of RPD, Jasmine Perez has returned to the department in a non-sworn role as a Management Analyst Senior (Project Manager) for RPD’s Community, Youth and Intervention Services division, focusing on the police ride-along program, youth initiatives and the Hispanic Liaison mission.

 

A native of the Bronx in New York City and coming from a family of law enforcement, Jasmine moved to Richmond in 2006 and joined the department. Her brother and cousin followed her into the ranks of RPD.

 

“I am thrilled to continue serving the Richmond community as Hispanic Liaison,” said Jasmine Perez. “With Hispanic Heritage Month starting on September 15 – its perfect timing to advance our connections and provide even better access to services.”

 

As Hispanic Liaison, Perez will engage with the city’s Spanish-speaking population, breaking down barriers and providing avenues of service for the community. Perez will also work closely with the city’s Office of Immigrant and Refugee Engagement, which works to increase access to city and community-based services and resources, promotes education and civic participation. OIRE is also spearheading the city’s use of a new Language Line interpretation service which provides immediate interpretation of languages to provide better service to the entire Richmond community.

 

Jasmine Perez is also recruiting for the 29th Hispanic Citizen’s Academy! It starts on September 26 and ends on November 21, 2024. The eight weeks of classes will be held every Thursday from 6 - 8 p.m. at Second Precinct, 177 E. Belt Boulevard.

The classes will cover a variety of topics including introduction to constitutional rights, navigating police encounters, crime prevention, hands-only CPR, personal safety, forensics and processing of a crime scene, identity theft, and domestic violence. 

 

The RPD Hispanic Citizen’s Academy is free.  Anyone interested is asked to send an email to jasmine.perez@rva.gov or call (804) 646-5158 to register.

 

Jasmine Perez can be reached at her office (804) 646-5158, on her mobile phone (804) 750-9645 or by email: jasmine.perez@rva.gov

Advisory: Victim Identified in Broad Rock Boulevard Homicide Investigation

 

September 9, 2024    

 

Victim Identified in Broad Rock Boulevard Homicide Investigation

 

Richmond Police detectives have identified the victim of the homicide on Broad Rock Boulevard as Walter Anariva Ramos, 26, of Richmond.

                                      

Saturday at approximately 12:41 a.m., officers were called to the 1700 block of Broad Rock Boulevard for the report of a shooting. Officers arrived and located an adult male, Anariva Ramos, 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 W. Hartley at (804) 646-4314 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.

Advisory: Broad Rock Boulevard Homicide Investigation

   September 7, 2024    

 

Broad Rock Boulevard Homicide Investigation

                                       

Shortly after midnight at approximately 12:41 a.m., officers were called to the 1700 block of Broad Rock Boulevard for the report of a shooting. Officers arrived and located an adult male, 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 W. Hartley at (804) 646-4314 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 West Baker Street Death Investigation

September 3, 2024 

 

Victim Identified in West Baker Street Death Investigation

                                       

Richmond Police detectives have identified the victim in the death investigation on West Baker Street as Marshall Fields, III, 41, of Richmond.

At approximately 2:56 p.m., August 30, officers were called to the 00 block of West Baker Street for the report of a trouble unknown. While officers were on their way to this location, the call was upgraded to a person stabbed. Officers arrived and found an adult male, Fields, down inside the building, with an apparent stab 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.

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

Missing Man Sought

 

September 3, 2024

Missing Man Sought

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

Aaron Hinton, 66, was last seen in mid-September of 2023. Family members are concerned for his safety.

Aaron Hinton is approximately 6’0 tall and weighs about 215 pounds. His photo is attached.

Anyone with information on the whereabouts of Aaron Hinton or the circumstances of his disappearance is asked to call Major Crimes Investigator C. Key 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 Fairfield Avenue Homicide Investigation

Victim Identified in Fairfield Avenue Homicide Investigation

                                       

Richmond Police detectives have identified the victim in the homicide on Fairfield Avenue as Kennard Hall, 42, of Richmond.

At approximately 11:59 p.m., August 31, officers were called to the 2100 block of Fairfield Avenue for the report of a person shot. Officers arrived and found an adult male, Hall, 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 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.

Victim Identified in Treehaven Drive Homicide Investigation

September 3, 2024 

Victim Identified in Treehaven Drive Homicide Investigation

Richmond Police detectives have identified the victim in the homicide on Treehaven Drive as Arnaldo Melendez-Perez, 43, of Richmond.

At approximately 8:55 p.m., September 1, officers were called to the 1600 block of Treehaven Drive for the report of a person shot. Officers arrived and found an adult male, Melendez-Perez, 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 J. Higgins at (804) 646-7570 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.

Treehaven Drive Homicide Investigation

September 2, 2024 

Treehaven Drive Homicide Investigation

Yesterday at approximately 8:55 p.m., officers were called to the 1600 block of Treehaven Drive for the report of a person shot. Officers arrived and found an adult male 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 J. Higgins at (804) 646-7570 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.