Victim Identified in Whitcomb Street Death Investigation

 August 25, 2026

 

Victim Identified in Whitcomb Street Death Investigation

 

The Richmond Police Department is investigating a shooting that left one person dead and two others injured in the 2500 block of Whitcomb Street.

 

Last night, at approximately 10:32 p.m., officers were called to the 2500 block of Whitcomb Street for the report of a shooting. Once on scene, officers located three males suffering from apparent gunshot wounds.

 

All three were transported to a local hospital for treatment. One male sustained injuries considered non-life-threatening, while the injuries of the other two males were considered life-threatening. Teandre Barbee, 19, of Henrico, was later pronounced dead at the hospital.

 

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

 

This remains an ongoing investigation.

 

Anyone with information about this death investigation is asked to contact Major Crimes Detective W. Hartley at (804) 646-4314 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

Crash Investigation at GRTC Downtown Transfer Station

Crash Investigation at GRTC Downtown Transfer Station

The Richmond Police Department is investigating a crash that occurred this morning at the GRTC Downtown Transfer Station.

At approximately 10:07 a.m., officers were called to the transfer station, located in the 800 block of East Clay Street, for the report of a crash. Officers arrived and found a bus had turned onto a median and collided into a bus shelter at the station and then hit another bus on the far side of the median.

Injured persons, all adults, include four on the first bus, including the operator, two on the second bus and four individuals waiting at the bus bay near the bus shelter. The injuries were not considered life threatening. The operator of the second bus was not injured.

GRTC has closed the transfer station temporarily for removal of debris. A temporary transfer area is located on North 9^th Street between Marshall and Leigh streets.

Fourth Precinct officers and detectives are investigating.

Anyone with information about this incident is asked to call Fourth Precinct (804) 646-4105.

Two Persons Shot on East 35th Street

Two Persons Shot on East 35^th Street

Richmond Police detectives are investigating a double shooting that occurred last night on East 35^th Street.

At approximately 11:30 p.m., officers were called to the 200 block of East 35^th Street for the report of a shooting. Officers arrived and found an adult male and an adult female outside of a residence who had each suffered an apparent gunshot wound. They were both transported to a local hospital. The male had an injury that was considered life threatening. The female’s injury was not considered life threatening.

Detectives are investigating this incident and have determined an altercation escalated into the shootings. The investigation continues.

Anyone with information about this incident is asked to call Major Crimes Detective M. Janowski at (804) 646-5069 or call 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.

 

Tweeter Branch Lane Death Investigation

This morning, at approximately 3:33 a.m., officers were called to the 6200 block of Tweeter Branch Lane for the report of a person down. Officers arrived and located an adult male in a driveway, unresponsive and suffering from an apparent gunshot wound. The individual was pronounced dead at the scene. The Medical Examiner will determine the cause and manner of death. This is an ongoing investigation. Anyone with information about this death investigation is asked to contact Major Crimes Detective B. Plaskett at 804-646-3431 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.

Indictment in St. Peter Street Homicide Investigation

Indictment in St. Peter Street Homicide Investigation

Following an indictment by a grand jury last week, the suspect in the homicide that occurred on St. Peter Street in July has been charged.

Fourth Precinct officers arrested the suspect four days following the incident. RPD detectives, through coordination with the Office of the Commonwealth’s Attorney, presented evidence to a grand jury last week.

Nathaniel Walters, 29, of Chesterfield County, has been charged with first degree murder. His booking photo is attached.

At approximately 9:48 p.m., Thursday, July 16, officers were called to the 1300 block of St. Peter Street for the report of a person stabbed. Upon arrival, officers located an adult male, James West, 63, of Richmond, down and unresponsive. He had suffered apparent stab wounds and was pronounced dead at the scene.

Anyone with further information about this homicide is asked to call Major Crimes Detective B. Neifeld at (804) 646-3246 or call 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.

RPD Command Staff Walk in the Jahnke Neighborhood

RPD Command Staff Walk in the Jahnke Neighborhood

 

WHAT:         Richmond Police Department Command Staff Community Walk

 

WHEN:         5 p.m., TODAY, August 19

 

WHERE:      The meeting location will be in the 6900 block of Marlowe Road

 

Richmond Police Department command staff and Third Precinct officers will walk in Sector 312, collaborating with public safety partners to interact with residents and offer crime prevention tips. Third Precinct Captain Angela Smith and participants will engage residents to better understand their needs and hear their concerns and suggestions for improvements in public safety within the 312 area.

 

BACKGROUND:    

This walk is part of a series as the RPD Command Staff walks and talks with residents and business owners 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. 

Indictment in Southwood Parkway Homicide Investigation

Indictment in Southwood Parkway Homicide Investigation

Following an indictment by a grand jury last week, the suspect in the homicide that occurred on Southwood Parkway earlier this month has been charged.

RPD detectives investigated and were assisted by the U.S. Marshal’s Capital Area Regional Fugitive Task Force. Flock automatic license plate readers were used, in part, to locate the suspect in this violent crime.

Eygner Huezo Moran, 19, of Chesterfield County, has been charged with murder and use of a firearm in the commission of a murder. His booking photo is attached.

At approximately 1:44 a.m., Wednesday, August 5, RPD officers were called to the 1100 block of Southwood Parkway for the report of a shooting. Officers arrived and found an adult male, Juan Ortiz-Toj, 34, of Richmond, down and unresponsive in front of a business. He had suffered an apparent gunshot wound and was pronounced dead at the scene.

Anyone with additional information about this homicide is asked to call Major Crimes Detective A. Sleem at (804) 814-7123 or 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.