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.