Pedestrian Identified, Driver Charged in Fatal Collision Last Week on North 9th Street

Pedestrian Identified, Driver Charged in Fatal Collision Last Week on North 9th Street

Richmond Police investigators have identified the pedestrian who was fatally struck on North 9th Street last Friday and have charged the driver involved.

On Friday at approximately 5:42 p.m., officers were called to the intersection of East Grace and North 9^th streets for the report of a vehicle striking a pedestrian.

Officers arrived and found an adult male, identified as Joseph Vass, Jr., 98, of Quinton, VA, down and injured in the roadway of North 9th Street. He had been struck in the intersection while riding a mobility scooter. He was transported to a local hospital where he succumbed to his injuries later that evening.

The driver of the striking vehicle stayed on the scene and reported he was turning left from East

Grace Street onto North 9^th Street when he struck Vass on his scooter. The driver, Nicholas Gurick, Jr., 79, of Chesterfield County, surrendered to the Richmond Justice Center yesterday and has been charged with failure to stop for a pedestrian in a crosswalk resulting in death.

Anyone with further information is asked to call RPD Crash Team Investigator T. Harrell at (804) 709-4057 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 Richmond Highway Homicide Investigation

Victim Identified in Richmond Highway Homicide Investigation

Richmond Police detectives have identified the victim in the shooting yesterday on Richmond Highway as Erica Butler, 47, of Richmond.

Yesterday at approximately 1:45 p.m., officers were called to the 1700 block of Richmond Highway for the report of a person down. Officers arrived and found an adult female, Butler, down and unresponsive on the sidewalk. She had suffered from apparent gunshot wounds and was pronounced dead at the scene.

Out of an abundance of caution, a nearby Richmond Public School was locked down for a short period of time. At approximately 3 p.m. the lockdown was lifted.

At the scene, RPD released information about a possible suspect. Detectives are currently attempting to locate this individual and are continuing their investigation.

Anyone with information about this shooting is asked to contact Major Crimes Detective P. Mansfield at (804) 646-6996 or 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.  

Advisory: Jahnke Road Death Investigation

 

November 9, 2026

 

Jahnke Road Death Investigation

 

Richmond Police detectives have identified the victim in the fatal shooting that occurred on Friday as Tony Martin, 35, of Richmond.

 

On Friday, November 6, at approximately 8:41 p.m., officers responded to the 7100 block of Jahnke Road for the report of a person shot.

 

Upon arrival, officers located Martin sitting in a vehicle, suffering from an apparent gunshot wound. Officers and hospital staff assisted in transporting him to the emergency room, where he was treated for life-threatening injuries. He was later pronounced dead.

 

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

 

This investigation is ongoing.

 

Anyone with information about this incident is asked to contact Major Crimes Detective A. Darnell at (804) 646-3927 or Crime Stoppers at (804) 780-1000. You may also use the P3 Tips Crime Stoppers app for smartphones. All Crime Stoppers reporting methods are anonymous.

Advisory: East Broad Street Homicide Investigation

 

November 9, 2026

 

East Broad Street Homicide Investigation

 

Richmond Police detectives have identified the victim in the fatal shooting that occurred on Saturday as Malachi Morgan, 24, of Henrico.

 

On Saturday, November 7, at approximately 2:14 a.m., officers responded to the 400 block of East Broad Street for the report of a person shot.

 

Upon arrival, officers located Morgan lying on the ground in a parking lot with an apparent gunshot wound. He was pronounced dead at the scene.

 

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

 

This investigation is ongoing.

 

Anyone with information about this incident is asked to contact Major Crimes Detective G. Sullivan at (804) 646-3929 or Crime Stoppers at (804) 780-1000. You may also use the P3 Tips Crime Stoppers app for smartphones. All Crime Stoppers reporting methods are anonymous.

Advisory: Wanted Subject Sought in Relation to GRTC Aggravated Assault Investigation

 

November 6, 2026

 

Wanted Subject Sought in Relation to GRTC Aggravated Assault Investigation

 

Richmond Police Department detectives are asking for the public’s assistance in locating a wanted subject related to Sunday’s stabbing investigation on Moss Side Avenue.

 

Everette Prince, Jr., 34, of Petersburg, has a warrant on file for attempted murder.

 

He is wanted in relation to the stabbing of a GRTC bus driver, in the 4200 block of Moss Side Avenue on Sunday, November 1.

 

Prince, Jr., is approximately 5 feet 7 inches tall and weighs approximately 140 pounds. His photo is attached.

 

Prince, Jr., should be considered armed and dangerous. Anyone with information regarding his whereabouts is urged to call 911 immediately. Do not attempt to approach him.

 

Anyone with further information about this incident is asked to call Major Crimes Detective J. Black at (804) 546-7427 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.

Fatal Hit and Run Involving Pedestrian on East Main Street

Fatal Hit and Run Involving Pedestrian on East Main Street

At approximately 10:17 a.m., officers were called to the intersection of East Main and 21^st streets for the report of a hit and run involving a pedestrian.

Officers arrived and found an adult male down and unresponsive in the roadway of East Main Street. He was transported to a local hospital where he was pronounced dead. The driver of the striking vehicle had left the scene prior to the arrival of officers.

 

The Richmond Police Department Crash Team responded to investigate. Investigators took measurements and canvassed businesses to request video of the collision.

 

Anyone with video of the collision is asked to contact investigators.

 

Anyone with information is asked to call RPD Crash Team Investigator T. Harrell at (804) 709-4057 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.

Arrest Made in South Carolina in East Grace Street Shooting Investigation

Arrest Made in South Carolina in East Grace Street Shooting Investigation

The suspect who fled from the scene in the aggravated assault incident on East Grace Street on Thursday surrendered to South Carolina law enforcement officers after a brief pursuit there this weekend.

Officers in Horry County, S.C. observed the suspect vehicle that was the subject of the Richmond Police Department alert and attempted to make a traffic stop. The driver refused to stop and eventually fled on foot before surrendering to police.

In consultation with the Richmond Office of the Commonwealth’s Attorney, RPD detectives have charged Dorian Evans, 34, of Chesterfield County, with attempted murder and use of a firearm in the commission of a felony. His booking photo, courtesy of Horry County, S.C. police, is attached.

In the early morning hours of Tuesday, October 27, officers were called to the 100 block of East Grace Street for the report of broken windows of a business. Officers arrived and investigated, locating Evans nearby. He was arrested and charged with felony destruction of property.

The business owner reported having an ongoing dispute with Evans, who had threatened the owner days earlier. A protective order by the owner had been filed.

On Thursday at approximately 1:43 p.m., Richmond Police officers responded to the 100 block of East Grace Street for the report of a shooting. Officers arrived and found an adult female across the street from the shop, suffering from an apparent gunshot wound. She was transported to a local hospital with injuries that were not considered life threatening.

Officers and detectives investigated and determined Evans had entered the shop and brandished a firearm at the business owner, an adult female. The owner fired at Evans, causing him to flee the scene. The shot injured the victim across the street.

As mentioned in the earlier advisory regarding this incident, this shooting had no connection to the nearby political office on the block, the Republican Party of Virginia headquarters.

No charges have been placed against the store owner at this time. The investigation continues.

Anyone with further information is asked to call Detective J. Wilson at (804) 646-0712 or Crime Stoppers at (804) 780-1000. Tips can also be submitted via the P3 Tips smartphone app. All Crime Stoppers reporting methods are strictly anonymous.