Pedestrian Identified in Fatal Collision on Hull Street Road

 

May 27, 2025

 

Pedestrian Identified in Fatal Collision on Hull Street Road

The Richmond Police Department Crash Team has identified the pedestrian who was struck while crossing Hull Street Road as Rogelio Garcia, 54, of Richmond.

Yesterday at approximately 9:23 p.m., officers were called to the 5200 block of Hull Street Road for the report of a vehicle striking a pedestrian. Officers arrived and found an adult male, Garcia, in the roadway. He was transported to a local hospital, where he succumbed to his injuries.

The RPD Crash Team responded to the scene and determined Garcia, was not in a crosswalk, and was crossing Hull Street Road northbound when a vehicle being operated westbound struck him. The driver fled the scene.

The investigation continues. 

Anyone with information about this collision is asked to contact RPD Crash Team Investigator D. Peppel at (804) 646-1042 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.

City of Richmond Worker Injured in Shockoe Bottom Shooting

City of Richmond Worker Injured in Shockoe Bottom Shooting

 

“I was so saddened to hear about a City of Richmond Department of Public Works employee who was wounded while doing his job,” said Mayor Danny Avula. “Guns are taking a serious toll on people, and it's not okay.”

 

At approximately 1:36 a.m., officers were called to the 00 block of North 18^th Street for the report of a person shot. Officers arrived and found an adult male City of Richmond worker, on duty at the time, who had suffered an apparent gunshot wound. He was transported to a local hospital with an injury that was not considered life threatening.

 

Detectives with the Major Crimes Division responded to investigate. Detectives have determined a confrontation among other persons in front of a business resulted in a suspect or suspects shooting at a departing vehicle. The victim was near the departing vehicle in a City of Richmond Department of Public Works trash collection truck when he was injured by gunfire.

 

“This is heartbreaking and is exactly why I am elevating this issue through my newly established Office of Gun Violence Prevention. Every Richmonder deserves to feel safe, whether you're out with friends or out collecting trash at 1:30 in the morning,” continued Mayor Avula.

 

Anyone with information on this aggravated assault is asked to call Major Crimes Detective W. Hartley at (804) 646-4314 or Crime Stoppers at (804) 780-1000.

 

RPD Command Staff Walk on Hanes Avenue

RPD Command Staff Walk on Hanes Avenue

 

WHAT:            Richmond Police Department Command Staff Community Walk

 

WHEN:            5 p.m., TODAY, May 21

 

WHERE:          The meeting location is the 3000 block of Hanes Avenue near Brookland Park Boulevard at 5 p.m.

 

Richmond Police Department command staff and Fourth Precinct officers will walk along Hanes Avenue in the Brookland Park neighborhood in Sector 412 to interact with residents and offer crime prevention tips. Information on reporting loitering and drug activity will be shared with neighbors. This RPD event will engage residents to better understand their needs and hear their concerns and suggestions for improvements in public safety.

 

BACKGROUND:

This walk is part of a series as the RPD Command Staff walks and talks with residents throughout the various city precincts which has been a longstanding tradition of the department. The RPD is committed to cultivating opportunities for open dialogue and building relationships with citizens that extend beyond the response to emergencies.

Suspect Sought in Series of ABC Store Thefts

 

May 14, 2025

 

Suspect Sought in Series of ABC Store Thefts

 

Richmond Police detectives are asking for the public’s assistance in identifying a suspect involved in a series of thefts at Virginia ABC stores within the city.

Over the past several weeks, the suspect has been involved in multiple incidents at the following locations:

 

• 4118 W. Broad Street
• 1901 W. Main Street

 

In each case, the suspect entered the store, filled a shopping basket or cart with multiple bottles of alcohol, and left without attempting to pay. Surveillance footage shows the suspect dressed in both traditionally male and female attire on different occasions. Surveillance images of the suspect are included below.

 

Anyone with information about the identity or whereabouts of this suspect is asked to contact Third Precinct Detective D. Osbourne at (804) 646-1069 or call Crime Stoppers at (804) 780-1000. Tips may also be submitted through the P3 Tips app for smartphones. All Crime Stoppers reporting methods are anonymous.

 

 

 

Suspect Charged in West Broad Street Homicide Investigation

Suspect Charged in West Broad Street Homicide Investigation

Richmond Police detectives have charged the suspect in the homicide of a juvenile female who was found in a park along the James River last month.

Austin Akers-Reid, 19, of Halifax, has been in custody since April on charges of robbery and use of a firearm in the commission of a robbery. He has now been charged with murder, use of a firearm in the commission of a murder and concealment of a dead body. His booking photo is attached.

On Thursday, April 17 at approximately 10:05 p.m., officers were called to Ancarrow’s Landing on Brander Street for the report of a person down. Officers arrived and found a juvenile female, 17, of North Chesterfield, down and unresponsive. She had suffered an apparent gunshot wound and was pronounced dead at the scene.

Detectives determined the incident was connected to a scene on West Broad Street the previous day. On Wednesday, April 16 at approximately 6:38 a.m., officers were called to a parking deck in the 2000 block of West Broad Street for the report of a suspicious situation. Officers arrived and collected evidence that they connected to the homicide investigation.

“Detectives determined this was a tragic case involving known parties which was not connected to other investigations,” said RPD Chief Rick Edwards. “Yet, it was particularly disturbing to the public due to the location of the final crime scene. I applaud the swift arrest and charges in this investigation.”

Anyone with further information about this homicide 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.

RPD Police Memorial Ceremony

RPD Police Memorial Ceremony

May 6, 2025

WHAT:                       Richmond Police Memorial Service

WHEN:                       10 a.m., Thursday, May 8, 2025

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 11 through May 17. 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.

                                   

                                    Chief Rick Edwards, 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 2024 and to-date in 2025. 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.

Advisory: Victim Identified in Westover Hills Boulevard Homicide Investigation

 May 6, 2025                

Victim Identified in Westover Hills Boulevard Homicide Investigation                                      

Richmond Police detectives have identified the victim in the homicide on Westover Hills Boulevard as Ebony Allen, 42, of Richmond.

At approximately 8:07 p.m., Sunday, May 4, officers were called to the 600 block of Westover Hills Boulevard for the report of a person shot. Officers arrived and located an adult female, Allen, inside of a vehicle with an apparent gunshot wound. She was transported to a local hospital where she succumbed to her injuries.

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

Anyone with information about this homicide investigation is asked to call Major Crimes Detective G. Russell at (804) 646-7715 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: Arrest Made, Victim Identified in Walmsley Boulevard Homicide Investigation

 May 6, 2025                

Arrest Made, Victim Identified in Walmsley Boulevard

Homicide Investigation                                      

Richmond Police detectives have identified the victim in the fatal shooting that occurred last month as Donavan Depriest, 23, of Richmond, and detectives have made an arrest.

Michael Davis, 37, of North Chesterfield, has been charged with murder, use of a firearm in the commission of a felony, and possession of a firearm by a felon. His booking photo is attached.

At approximately 11:15 p.m., Thursday, April 10, officers were called to the 3400 block of Walmsley Boulevard for the report of a person shot. Officers arrived and located an adult male, Depriest, down on the ground with 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.

Anyone with information about this homicide is asked to call Major Crimes Detective A. Darnell at (804) 646-3927 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.

Old Brook Road Death Investigation

 

May 02, 2025           

 

Old Brook Road Death Investigation                          

Today at approximately 4:03 p.m., officers were called to the 3900 block of Old Brook Road for the report of a person down. Once on scene, officers located one adult male down suffering from 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 death investigation is asked to call Detective B. Neifeld at (804) 646-3246 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.

Advisory: Victim Identified in Broad Rock Boulevard Homicide Investigation

May 2, 2025                

Victim Identified in Broad Rock Boulevard Homicide Investigation                                      

Richmond Police detectives have identified the victim in the homicide on Broad Rock Boulevard as Angelica Arana-Roche, 44, of Richmond.

At approximately 2:42 p.m., Tuesday, April 29, officers were called to the 2100 block of Broad Rock Boulevard for the report of a person down. Once on scene, officers located an adult female, Arana-Roche, down in a wooded area. She 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. Plaskett at (804) 646-3431 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 Broad Rock Boulevard Homicide Investigation

 

May 2, 2025             

 

Victim Identified in Broad Rock Boulevard Homicide Investigation

                                       

Richmond Police detectives have identified the victim in the homicide on Broad Rock Boulevard as Angelica Arana-Roche, 44, of Richmond. 

At approximately 2:42 p.m., Tuesday, April 29, officers were called to the 2100 block of Broad Rock Boulevard for the report of a person down. Once on scene, officers located an adult female, Arana-Roche, down in a wooded area. She 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. Plaskett at (804) 646-3431 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.

Hull Street Fatal Collision Investigation

 

May 2, 2025                

 

Hull Street Fatal Collision Investigation

The Richmond Police Department Crash Team is investigating the fatal collision involving two vehicles that occurred on Hull Street this morning.

At approximately 1:15 a.m., officers were called to a collision in the 00 block of Hull Street. A vehicle being operated at a high rate of speed southbound collided with a vehicle traveling in the northbound lane.

One of the drivers, an adult male, was transported to a local hospital for treatment, but later succumbed to his injuries.

The investigation continues.

Anyone with further information about this incident is asked to call RPD Crash Team Detective G. Drago at (804) 646-1369 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.