Suspect, Information Sought in Hit and Run Death Investigation

September 19, 2016

Richmond Police detectives are asking the public to provide information regarding a fatal hit and run that occurred Friday night.

At approximately 10:48 p.m., officers received a report of a person down in the 1400 block of Lenmore Street. Officers arrived and found an injured male down in the roadway. He was transported to a local hospital where Saturday he died.

The Medical Examiner will determine cause and manner of death.

The victim, Quan Zheng, 34, of the 1200 block of Providence Knoll Drive in Chesterfield, was reportedly delivering a food order to the 1400 block of Lenmore Street when a person drove off in the victim’s vehicle, injuring the victim in the process.

Anyone with any information about this incident or this vehicle is asked to call Major Crimes Detective Gary Bailey at (804) 646-6743 or Crime Stoppers at 780-1000. Citizens can also text Crime Stoppers at 274637, using the key word “ITip” followed by your tip or submit a tip online at www.7801000.com.

 

Arrest Made, Victim Identified in St. Paul Street Homicide

September 18, 2016

The Richmond Police Department, with the assistance of the Henrico Police Department, has made an arrest in connection with the shooting death that occurred Friday night. Detectives would like to thank the public for information that was provided to investigators that led to the quick arrest.

Detectives arrested Mark A. Cephas, 27, of no known address, and charged him with possession of a firearm by a convicted felon. Other charges are being considered. His photo is attached.

At approximately 7:23 p.m. on Friday, officers were called to the 1100 block of St. Paul Street for the report of a person shot. Officers arrived and found a male down and unresponsive on a sidewalk. The Richmond Ambulance Authority also arrived and pronounced the victim, identified as James D. Williams, 31, of the 800 block of West Catherine Street, dead at the scene. Detectives believe the incident stemmed from an argument.

The Medical Examiner will determine cause and manner of death.

Anyone with further information about this case is asked to call Major Crimes Detective Joe Fultz at (804) 646-3929 or Crime Stoppers at 780-1000. Citizens can also text Crime Stoppers at 274637, using the key word “ITip” followed by your tip.

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St. Paul Street Homicide

September 16, 2016

The Richmond Police Department is investigating a shooting death that occurred in the 1100 block of St. Paul Street.

At approximately 7:23 p.m., officers were called to the area for the report of a person shot. Officers arrived and found a male down and unresponsive on a sidewalk in the 1100 block of St. Paul Street. The Richmond Ambulance Authority also arrived and pronounced the victim dead at the scene. The victim suffered an apparent gunshot wound.

The Medical Examiner will determine cause and manner of death.

As officers arrived, many people were in the immediate area of the shooting scene. Detectives hope those with information will come forward to provide critical information to assist detectives in this case.

Anyone with information about this case is asked to call Major Crimes Detective Joe Fultz at (804) 646-3929 or Crime Stoppers at 780-1000. Citizens can also text Crime Stoppers at 274637, using the key word “ITip” followed by your tip.

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Arrest Made in Southside Break-Ins and Assaults

September 16, 2016

Thanks to the vigilance of neighbors, a Richmond man suspected of entering homes through unlocked doors then exposing himself or physically assaulting women has been arrested.

“We always urge community members to call the police when they see something suspicious,” said Lt. Jason Hudson with the Major Crimes Division. “The citizen who called about this person reported something that seemed out of the ordinary, and that information led us to arrest a suspect in multiple sexual assaults.”

Yesterday evening, a concerned citizen in the The Crossings at Bramblewood apartment complex called police to report a suspicious individual. Officers detained the man, who was later identified as Saevone S. Brown, 22, of the 500 block of Rossmore Drive.

Further investigation led detectives to link Brown to the series of six incidents that took place between August 29 and September 11 in the St. John’s Woods, Ashley Park and Crossings at Bramblewood neighborhoods. 

Victims in those incidents reported that in the early morning hours on those dates a man was seen either outside or inside their home exposing himself or they were awakened by a man inappropriately touching them.

Brown is charged with sexual battery, trespassing and two counts of breaking and entering. Additional charges are expected. His booking photo is attached.

Anyone with information about these incidents is asked to call Major Crimes Detective Janet Mills at 804 646-6734 or Detective Greg Russell at (804) 646-7715. Citizens can also call Crime Stoppers at 780-1000 or text Crime Stoppers at 274637, using the key word “ITip” followed by your tip.

 

 

Suspect Sought in Westower Drive Burglary

September 15, 2016

 Richmond Police detectives are asking for the public’s help to identify the man in the photo, who is a suspect in a residential break-in that occurred yesterday morning on the city’s south side.

At approximately 11:38 a.m. on September 14, officers responded to a report of a break-in in the 6100 block of Westower Drive. A surveillance camera at the residence captured two black males who pulled into the driveway in a gray, four-door sedan. They forced entry to the rear door of the home and stole electronics and jewelry.

Detectives have identified one of the two suspects. The second suspect, who is seen in the photo, is described as a black male in his 20s with a medium build. He wore a blue polo shirt, red, white and blue striped shorts and white sneakers at the time of the incident.

Anyone with information about this incident or the individual pictured is asked to call Third Precinct Detective Harry Brown at (804) 646-1109 or contact Crime Stoppers at 780-1000 or at www.7801000.com. 

Suspect Identified in Wells Fargo Robbery

September 14, 2016

Thanks to information from the public, detectives from the Richmond Police Department have identified the suspect in a bank robbery that occurred yesterday. Detectives are now asking the public’s assistance to help locate him.

Detectives believe Carroll B. Gammon Jr., pictured below, was the suspect who robbed the Wells Fargo bank, located at 801 E. Main Street, Tuesday at approximately 12:45 p.m.

Gammon Jr., 40, has a last known address in the 6800 block of West Carnation Street in Richmond.

There were no injuries in the robbery.

Anyone with information about the location of Gammon is asked to call Fourth Precinct Detective Patrick Mansfield at (804) 646-4996 or contact Crime Stoppers at 780-1000 or at www.7801000.com.

 

Suspect Sought in Wells Fargo Robbery

September 13, 2016

Richmond Police detectives are asking for the public’s help to identify a suspect in a robbery that occurred this afternoon at a downtown bank.

Around 12:45 p.m. today, a white male suspect entered the Wells Fargo bank located at 801 E. Main Street and demanded money from the tellers. He claimed to be armed; however, no firearm was displayed. The suspect stole cash and fled on foot.

The suspect is described as a 5’5” tall, white male, approximately 35 years old with short brown hair and a receding hairline. He was wearing a light blue shirt, khaki pants and dark-colored shoes at the time of the incident.

Anyone with information about this incident is asked to call Fourth Precinct Detective Patrick Mansfield at (804) 646-4996 or contact Crime Stoppers at 780-1000 or at www.7801000.com.