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.

Suspect Indicted in Stabbing Homicide and Aggravated Assault, Was Involved in Injuring Task Force Officer from VSP

Suspect Indicted in Stabbing Homicide and Aggravated Assault, Was Involved in Injuring Task Force Officer from VSP

Following an indictment by a grand jury last week, the suspect in a stabbing homicide and aggravated assault on July 18 has been charged. He was also involved in the stabbing of a Task Force officer from the Virginia State Police that same day.

RPD detectives 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 on July 18 just hours after the violent crimes.

Jordan Condra, 36, unhoused, has been charged with murder, malicious wounding, and assault during the commission of a felony (x2). His booking photo is attached.

Condra has been previously charged by the Virginia State Police in connection with the wounding of the Task Force officer.

Early Saturday morning, July 18, at approximately 1:33 a.m., officers responded to the 200 block of East Marshall Street for a report of a person who had been stabbed. Upon arrival, officers located an adult male who had been sleeping on a bench and was suffering from a stab wound. He was transported to a local hospital with injuries which were not considered life-threatening.

At approximately 6:08 a.m. on July 18, the Richmond Ambulance Authority responded to the report of a male who was bleeding in the 100 block of East Cary Street. Emergency personnel located a deceased adult male, Devin Sherrod, 57, unhoused, who had been sleeping in a parking deck and had suffered an apparent stab wound.

At approximately 3:35 p.m. on July 18, officers located the vehicle of interest and the suspect near East 18th and Everett streets. Members of the U.S. Marshal’s Capital Area Regional Fugitive Task Force approached the suspect. During the encounter, the suspect stabbed a Task Force member, who then discharged his weapon.

The suspect, Condra, was transported to a local hospital with injuries initially considered life threatening. He is now in custody at the Richmond Justice Center.

The Task Force member who was stabbed was also transported to a local hospital with injuries initially considered life threatening.

A second Task Force member sustained injuries during the incident and was transported to a local hospital with injuries that were not considered life-threatening.

The Virginia State Police are leading the investigation into the officer-involved shooting.

No RPD officers were injured or discharged their weapons during the incident.

Anyone with further information related to this incident is asked to contact Major Crimes Detective A. Darnell at (804) 646-3927 or Crime Stoppers at (804) 780-1000. Tips may also be submitted through the P3 Tips Crime Stoppers smartphone app. All Crime Stoppers reporting methods are anonymous. 

 

Semmes Avenue Death Investigation

On Saturday at approximately 2:43 a.m., RPD officers were called to an apartment building in the 800 block of Semmes Avenue for the report of a shooting. Officers arrived and found an adult male down and unresponsive in a stairwell. He had suffered an apparent gunshot wound and was pronounced dead at the scene.   The Medical Examiner will determine cause and manner of death.   An adult male in the apartment building reported he had exchanged gunfire with the individual. Detectives are working to determine the motives and circumstances of this incident.   Detectives investigating this incident are withholding the name of the deceased individual as they continue to investigate.   Detectives have not yet charged anyone related to this incident.   Anyone with additional information about this death investigation is asked to call Major Crimes Detective K. Hyde at (804) 646-3613 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.

Victim Identified in North 23rd Street Homicide Investigation

Victim Identified in North 23rd Street Homicide Investigation

On Saturday at approximately 10:52 p.m., RPD officers were in the area of a large block party in the 2200 block of North 23^rd Street when they heard shots fired. Officers approached the location of the gunfire, the rear of an apartment building, and found an adult male who had suffered apparent gunshot wounds. Officers rendered first aid, called for assistance, and attempted to secure the area. Officers observed an adult male running and firing a weapon near the scene. He was detained without incident.

The victim was transported to a local hospital where he succumbed to his injuries that night. He has been identified as Andrew Jones, 23, of Richmond.

The Medical Examiner will determine cause and manner of death.

The individual who was detained has been charged with reckless handing of a firearm and discharging a firearm within the city limits. At this time he has not been charged related to this fatal shooting. The investigation continues.

Anyone with additional information about this homicide is asked to call Major Crimes Detective D. Davenport at (804) 646-4494 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.

Advisory: Victim, Shooter Identified in Homicide, Suicide Investigations on Dunston Avenue, Oakwood Cemetery

   August 11, 2026  

Victim, Shooter Identified in Homicide, Suicide Investigations on Dunston Avenue, Oakwood Cemetery

 

Richmond Police detectives have identified the victim in yesterday’s fatal shooting on Dunston Avenue and have identified the suspect in that incident who shot himself in Oakwood Cemetery yesterday afternoon.

                                  

Yesterday at approximately 12:01 p.m., officers were called to the 4000 block of Dunston Avenue for the report of a death investigation. Upon arrival, officers located an adult female, Tanya Chavis, 58, of Richmond, down and unresponsive, suffering from an apparent gunshot wound. She was pronounced dead at the scene.

 

Shortly after the incident, detectives developed a possible suspect and warrants were obtained for Corey Chavis, 48, of Richmond.

 

The continuing homicide investigation led detectives and officers to Oakwood Cemetery, located in the 3100 block of Nine Mile Road.  Upon arrival, they located an adult male and female inside a vehicle. RPD’s SWAT Team responded to assist.

 

While on scene, the male, Corey Chavis, shot himself.  The female ran from the vehicle but was quickly secured by the officers. Corey Chavis was pronounced dead at the scene. The female was not injured.

 

Motive of the shooting is unknown at this time. Detectives have determined that the incident is domestic related.

 

The Medical Examiner will determine the cause and manner of death for both the victim and the suspect.

 

Anyone with further information about this homicide investigation is asked to call Major Crimes Detective A. Darnell at (804) 646-3927 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.

Advisory: Update: Parkwood Avenue Death Investigation

 

August 10, 2026

 

Update: Parkwood Avenue Death Investigation

 

Richmond Police detectives have provided an update in the death investigation of a male found outside a structure on Parkwood Avenue last Wednesday.

 

After consultation with the Office of the Medical Examiner, preliminary investigation has indicated the absence of obvious foul play. The cause and manner of death is still under investigation.

 

Detectives are continuing to investigate the circumstances of the incident. While an adult female in the house was detained briefly by detectives, no person has been charged at this time. The investigation continues.

 

At approximately 5:31 a.m., Wednesday, August 5, officers were called to the 3400 block of Parkwood Avenue for the report of a person down. Officers arrived and located an adult male, Christopher Draughn, 41, of Richmond, outside of a structure, down and unresponsive. He was pronounced dead at the scene.

 

As is standard with the unknown circumstances of a person down, RPD initiated a response for a possible criminal act. As part of that response, several specialized RPD units, including SWAT and the Negotiator team, responded to the scene for the possibility of a person of interest inside the structure.

 

Following several attempts to communicate with the individual a search warrant was obtained and executed. During entry, three “light, sound diversion devices” were deployed. These can sound like gunfire – but no shots were fired. The adult female was found inside the structure, was briefly placed in investigative detention, and then released. There were no other injuries.

 

Anyone with information about this incident 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 may also be used. All Crime Stoppers reporting methods are anonymous.

Update: Parkwood Avenue Death Investigation

Update: Parkwood Avenue Death Investigation

Richmond Police detectives have provided an update in the death investigation of a male found outside a structure on Parkwood Avenue on Wednesday.

After consultation with the Office of the Medical Examiner, preliminary investigation has indicated the absence of obvious foul play. The cause and manner of death is still under investigation.

Detectives are continuing to investigate the circumstances of the incident. While an adult female in the house was detained briefly by detectives, no person has been charged at this time. The investigation continues.

At approximately 5:31 a.m., Wednesday, August 5, officers were called to the 3400 block of Parkwood Avenue for the report of a person down. Officers arrived and located an adult male, Christopher Draughn, 41, of Richmond, outside of a structure, down and unresponsive. He was pronounced dead at the scene.

As is standard with the unknown circumstances of a person down, RPD initiated a response for a possible criminal act. As part of that response, several specialized RPD units, including SWAT and the Negotiator team, responded to the scene for the possibility of a person of interest inside the structure.

Following several attempts to communicate with the individual a search warrant was obtained and executed. During entry, three “light, sound diversion devices” were deployed. These can sound like gunfire – but no shots were fired. The adult female was found inside the structure, was briefly placed in investigative detention, and then released. There were no other injuries.

Anyone with information about this incident 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 may also be used. All Crime Stoppers reporting methods are anonymous.