Arrest Made in Assault

March 13, 2015

Acting on tips provided by alert citizens, Richmond Police officers made a quick arrest following a stabbing yesterday at a group home in the 600 block of N. 32^nd St. in Church Hill.

Charles Lewis, 33, a resident of the home, has been charged with Aggravated Assault. He is accused of using a sharp object to stab a female employee at the home shortly before 1 a.m., Thursday, March 12.

The victim was transported to VCU Medical Center with multiple, non-life threatening stab wounds.

Lewis was picked up by patrol officers in the 2900 block of N. Boulevard about three hours after the attack. They were called to that location by several people who dialed 911 after noticing blood on Lewis’ clothing.
 

                  Charles Lewis

 

                

 

Groundbreaking for New Canine Training Facility

March 13, 2015

WHAT:                       Richmond Police Canine Training & Community Complex

WHEN:                      2 p.m., Monday, March 16, 2015

WHERE:                    814 Forest Lawn Drive – (Behind John Marshall High School)

BACKGROUND:     Mayor Dwight C. Jones and Chief Alfred Durham are proud to announce the start of the construction phase of the Richmond Police Department’s new Canine Training & Community Complex. They invite the public to attend the official groundbreaking for the project.

The $1.18 million facility is being funded by a grant from the Office of the Attorney General with money obtained in the settlement of a national Medicaid fraud case.

The state-of-the-art facility will include many features:

·         Indoor/outdoor kennels
·         Veterinary exam room
·         Training/Community room
·         Locker rooms
·         Break room
·         Administrative offices
·         Storage areas

For years, the Richmond Police Department has hosted K-9 officers from throughout Virginia and beyond to provide training opportunities. This new facility will serve to enhance that effort.

  

 

Richmond Police Honors Personnel, Community Partners

February 27, 2015

WHAT:  Richmond Police Salute to Excellence Awards Ceremony

WHEN:  3 p.m. Tuesday, March 3, 2015

WHERE:  The November Theatre ~ Formerly The Empire Theater
                 114 W. Broad St.

BACKGROUND:  Chief Alfred Durham and the Richmond Police Department will honor Richmond Police personnel and their community partners for their crime reduction efforts, contributions and acts to aid in the “Richmond Resurgence.”

The Department will present its prestigious annual awards in the following categories:
·         Precinct of the Year,
·         Sector of the Year,
·         Rookie of the Year and
·         The Dominic O. Tabb Communications Officer of the Year.

Also, three of the Department’s top awards – the Medal of Valor, Police Medal and the Life Saving Bar – will be presented to officers for their invaluable, courageous and heroic actions in the line of duty.

The Department recognizes the efforts of those who contribute to its successes twice a year with an awards ceremony.

The public and members of the media are invited to attend.

Formal Swearing-In Ceremony for New Police Chief

February 25, 2015

WHAT: Investiture of Richmond Police Chief Alfred Durham
WHEN: 10 a.m. Friday, February 27, 2015
WHERE: Virginia Union University’s Coburn Hall
1500 North Lombardy Street, Richmond, Va. 23220

BACKGROUND: Mayor Dwight C. Jones and the Richmond Police Department invite the public to the formal investiture ceremony for the Department’s 18th chief of police.

Chief Alfred Durham comes to Richmond Police after retiring from the Metropolitan Police Department in Washington, D.C., with 25 years of experience in law enforcement.

The new chief of police also is a veteran of his country, having served 17 years in the U.S. Marine Corps.

Chief Durham is a graduate of the FBI National Academy. He earned an associate degree in Corrections Administration from the University of the District of Columbia.                       

Although new to the city’s top law enforcement position, Chief Durham is not new to the City of Richmond or Richmond Police. He previously served as chief of staff under former Chief Rodney D. Monroe for two years.

The public and members of the media are invited to attend the investiture.

Allen Avenue Assault and Robbery Suspects Sought

Allen Avenue Assault and Robbery Suspects Sought

Feb. 24, 2015

Richmond Police detectives need the public’s help to identify the suspects in the attached photo and video (sent separately) who assaulted and robbed a man earlier this month.

At approximately 3 a.m., Monday, Feb. 2, a male was sitting in his car behind an address in the 400 block of North Allen Avenue when a group of males assaulted him. The suspects knocked on the car window, the victim opened the door and the group kicked and punched him. They then robbed him of cash and items.

The incident was captured on a surveillance camera.

The suspects fled on foot.

Detectives ask anyone with any information about the identity of anyone in the group to call Third Precinct Detective William Cutshall at (804) 646-1068 or Crime Stoppers at 780-1000. Citizens can also text Crime Stoppers at 274637, using the key word “ITip” followed by your tip. Both Crime Stoppers methods are anonymous.

Burglary Suspect Sought

Richmond Police detectives need the public’s help to identify the suspect in the video who burglarized a home on Old Midlothian Turnpike last week.

At approximately 12:45 a.m. on Monday, Feb. 2, the suspect parked his vehicle in front of a residence and entered an unlocked porch and stole items. The suspect also attempted to enter the locked main body of the trailer home but was unsuccessful.

The suspect is described as a white male, balding, approximately 5’10” tall. He wore a light-colored hooded sweatshirt and was smoking a cigarette. He drove a light-colored Subaru wagon.

Detectives ask anyone with any information about this suspect to call Third Precinct Detective Harry Brown at (804) 646-1109 or Crime Stoppers at 780-1000. Citizens can also text Crime Stoppers at 274637, using the key word “ITip” followed by your tip. Both Crime Stoppers methods are anonymous.

Restaurant Robbery Suspect Sought

Restaurant Robbery Suspect Sought

The Richmond Police Department needs the public’s help to identify the man in the attached photos and surveillance video who robbed a restaurant last Thursday.

At approximately 6:53 p.m. on Thursday, Dec. 25, the suspect entered the China House restaurant at 3014 Jefferson Davis Highway, brandished a shotgun and robbed the business.

The suspect fled on foot. There were no injuries.

The suspect is described as a black male, approximately 5’ 8” tall and weighing 125 pounds. He was wearing black clothing and a black hat and scarf. He wore what appeared to be a wedding ring and also had a scar or tattoo on the top of his left hand.

Anyone with any information about this man or this crime is asked to call Second Precinct Detective Derrick Longoria at (804) 646-8171 or Crime Stoppers at 780-1000. Citizens can also text Crime Stoppers at 274637, using the key word “ITip” followed by your tip. Both Crime Stoppers methods are anonymous.