Chief Edwards to Hold Briefing to Discuss Mid-Year Crime Stats

 

Chief Edwards to Hold Briefing to Discuss Mid-Year Crime Stats

WHAT:           Public Safety Mid-Year Briefing to the Community   WHEN:           10 a.m., TOMORROW, Thursday, July 9, 2026   WHERE:         The briefing location is at RPD Headquarters, 200 W. Grace St.   Chief of Police Rick Edwards will address statistics from crimes that occurred in the first half of 2026 that impacted the public, department operations and current topics of interest.   BACKGROUND:     This crime briefing will inform the community of successful efforts at lowering crime trends, provide an update on Operation Safe Summer, a multi-jurisdictional operation, provide other updates, and offer opportunities for members of the public to engage in upcoming community events to participate in a joint effort to reduce crime.   Media is invited to attend.

Advisory: Victim Identified in Bethel Street Death Investigation, Aggravated Assault Shooting Incident

 

Victim Identified in Bethel Street Death Investigation, Aggravated Assault Shooting Incident

 

Richmond Police detectives have identified the victim in yesterday’s fatal shooting as Qvanta Johnson, 23, of Richmond.

 

At approximately 11:32 p.m. on July 5, officers responded to a report of a shooting at a large party located in the 2300 block of Bethel Street. Upon arrival, officers located two adult males suffering from apparent gunshot wounds. One victim, Johnson, was transported to a local hospital, where he later succumbed to his injuries. The second victim was also transported to a local hospital with injuries that were not considered life-threatening.

 

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

 

This investigation is ongoing.

 

Anyone with information about this death investigation is asked to call Major Crimes Detective J. Higgins at (804) 646-7570 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, Wanted Subject Sought in Relation to South Pine Street Homicide

June 30, 2026

Wanted Subject Sought in Relation to South Pine Street Homicide

Richmond Police Department detectives are asking for the public’s assistance in locating a wanted subject related to last night’s homicide on South Pine Street.

John Pettaway IV, 26, of Chesterfield County, has a warrant on file for Discharging a Firearm in an Occupied Dwelling. He is wanted in relation to the fatal shooting of Charlamon Stokes, 23, of Richmond, in the 100 block of South Pine Street last night.

Pettaway is approximately 5’9” tall and weighs approximately 155 pounds. His photo is attached. Pettaway should be considered armed and dangerous. Anyone with information on his whereabouts is asked to call 911.

Anyone with information about this homicide investigation is asked to call Major Crimes Detective M. Godwin at (804) 317-6922  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.

                                                                                                                                                    

East Main Street Homicide Investigation

 

June 25, 2026          

 

East Main Street Homicide Investigation                                    

This morning at approximately 3:13 a.m., officers were called to the 1700 block of East Main Street for the report of a person shot. Once on scene, officers located an adult male, down and unresponsive, suffering from 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 investigation is asked to call Major Crimes Detective W. Hartley at (804) 646-4314 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.

Victim Identified in Midlothian Turnpike Death Investigation

 

June 24, 2026          

 

Victim Identified in Midlothian Turnpike Death Investigation

 

Richmond Police detectives have identified the victim in yesterday’s fatal shooting as Steven Johnson, 44, of Henrico County.

 

At approximately 12:01 p.m. on June 23, officers responded to the 4000 block of Midlothian Turnpike for a report of a shooting. Upon arrival, officers located Johnson suffering from an apparent gunshot wound. He was transported to a local hospital, where he later succumbed to his injuries.

 

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

 

Anyone with information about this death investigation is asked to call Major Crimes Detective B. Plaskett at (804) 646-3431 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 Lawson Street Homicide Investigation

Richmond Police detectives have identified the victim in the homicide on Friday on Lawson Street as Tekjuan Jarrett, 27, of Henrico County.

On Friday at approximately 11:06 a.m., officers were called to the 3400 block of Lawson Street for the report of a person shot. Officers arrived and located an adult male, Jarrett, down and unresponsive in the roadway. He had suffered an apparent gunshot wound and was transported to a local hospital where he succumbed to the injury the following day.

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

Major Crimes detectives are investigating.

Anyone with information is asked to call Major Crimes Detective G. Russell at (804) 646-7715 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.

Road Closures & No Parking for IllumiNATION Events

A portion of North Arthur Ashe Boulevard and several side streets will be closed and “No Parking” zones established for the upcoming IllumiNATION events.

These closures and “No Parking” zones will be in place on Tuesday, June 16 and from Thursday – Sunday, June 25-28. The June 16 closures will accommodate a smaller event and testing of the equipment for the larger IllumiNATION event later in the month. The times of the closures and “No Parking” zones are the same for all event days.

Road Closures & No Parking Zones:

6 p.m. – 10 p.m.

North Arthur Ashe Boulevard (Southbound lanes) in the 300-500 blocks (between Hanover and Park avenues)

2800 block of Kensington Avenue (between Colonial Avenue and North Arthur Ashe Boulevard)

8 p.m. – 10 p.m.

North Arthur Ashe Boulevard (Northbound lanes) in the 300-500 blocks (between Hanover and Park avenues)

2700 block of Kensington Avenue (between Mulberry Street and North Arthur Ashe Boulevard)

2700 block of Stuart Avenue (between Mulberry Street and North Arthur Ashe Boulevard)

Please see the attached maps.

Towing Enforcement:
No parking zones will be actively enforced. Vehicles parked in restricted areas will be towed.

For more information about IllumiNATION, visit https://virginiahistory.org/events/americas-250th/illumination