Arrests Made, Several Vehicles Recovered in Honda Theft Ring

Arrests Made, Several Vehicles Recovered in Honda Theft Ring

Richmond Police detectives have made two arrests related to the recent spree of stolen Honda vehicles.

In the past three weeks, 25 Honda vehicles were reported stolen in several areas of Richmond. Detectives have been investigating these thefts and determined there was a possibility of a coordinated theft operation using electronic devices to clone key fobs of certain Honda vehicles. Car doors were damaged to gain entry and the electronic device allowed the vehicle engine to start.

In an effort to alert the public, RPD posted information to social media, provided several interviews, and featured the warning in the latest quarterly crime briefing last week. The social media post is attached.

Through investigation, and partially due to the use of a Flock automatic license plate reader near Petersburg, detectives were able to track the stolen vehicles to that general area. Detectives coordinated investigative efforts with Petersburg Police.

While RPD detectives continued their investigations, they received a report of a Honda recently stolen, and the vehicle owner reported an electronic tracking device was in the vehicle. The owner mentioned he had seen the warnings to Honda owners from recent RPD communications and added the tracking device to the car.

With more precise location information, RPD detectives were able to observe several stolen Honda vehicles in Petersburg and take two males into custody.

Detectives arrested Jhon Alexander Jabier, 22, of Newark, New Jersey and Luiyi Munoz-Inoa, 33, of Hazel Township, Pennsylvania and charged them both with grand larceny-auto and conspiracy to commit larceny. Their booking photos are attached. Zero Honda vehicles have been stolen from Richmond since these arrests.

RPD detectives on Friday located a “chop shop” in the 2500 block of Deerfield Drive in Petersburg. A search warrant was obtained and executed at the location. A large number of Honda parts were recovered, including:

·         Approximately 35 doors;

·         Approximately 10 hoods;

·         Approximately 12 trunk lids;

·         Dozens of Honda vehicle components, shrink wrapped;

·         Several Honda motors that have been linked to recent stolen Hondas from Richmond, and other items.

Within the past month, the Philadelphia Police Department announced the discovery of a large “chop shop” operation related to Honda vehicles. This operation separates components of a vehicle for shipment overseas or for other uses. RPD detectives are investigating a potential link to these operations outside of the Richmond area. Several vehicles stolen from New York State were located in the Petersburg location.

Five of the vehicles reported stolen in Richmond have been recovered and returned to the owners. Components from five other vehicles stolen from Richmond were found at the location during the search. The investigation continues.

Jhon Alexander Jabier

Luiyi Munoz-Inoa

 

Victim Identified in Midlothian Turnpike Fatal Stabbing, Person of Interest Sought

Victim Identified in Midlothian Turnpike Fatal Stabbing, Person of Interest Sought

Richmond Police Department detectives have identified the victim in the stabbing incident on Midlothian Turnpike on Friday as Travis Fuller, 31, of Richmond.

At approximately 7:25 p.m. on Friday, an officer on an unrelated call in the 6600 block of Midlothian Turnpike was flagged down by Fuller. Fuller had suffered an apparent stab wound and was transported to a local hospital where he succumbed to his injury later that night.

RPD detectives with the Major Crime Division are investigating and have released a photo of a person of interest in this investigation. The image is attached.

Anyone with information about this stabbing or the identity of this person of interest is asked to call Major Crimes Detective G. Sullivan at (804) 646-3929 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. 

 

Victim Identified in Kinney Street Homicide

Victim Identified in Kinney Street Homicide

Richmond Police Department detectives have identified the victim in the homicide on Kinney Street on Monday as Matthew Gutterman, 26, of Norfolk.

At approximately 4:24 p.m. on Monday, officers were called to the 1000 block of Kinney Street for the report of a shooting. Officers arrived and found an adult male, Gutterman, down and unresponsive in front of a structure. He had suffered apparent gunshot wounds and was pronounced dead at the scene.

Officers and detectives received information that a possible suspect had entered a structure in the 1000 block of Kinney Street. Out of an abundance of caution, RPD brought additional units to the area, including the RPD SWAT team. Following a search warrant being obtained, officers entered the structure but no suspect was located.

RPD detectives with the Major Crime Division are investigating.

Anyone with information about this homicide is asked to contact Major Crimes Detective A. Sleem at (804) 646-3871 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. 

North 31st Street Death Investigation

North 31^st Street Death Investigation

This morning at approximately 9:52 a.m., officers were called to the 1400 block of North 31^st Street for the report of a shooting.

Officers arrived and located an adult male down and unresponsive outside of a home. He had suffered an apparent gunshot wound and was transported to a local hospital where he succumbed to his wound.

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

A person of interest at the scene, an adult male, presented a firearm to officers which was seized. He has been taken into investigative custody and is being interviewed.

Detectives will continue their investigation and consult with the Office of the Commonwealth’s Attorney to determine whether charges will be placed.

Detectives are not looking for any other individuals connected to this shooting at this time. Detectives ask any neighbors who may have video or images of the incident from doorbell cameras or other devices to contact police.

Anyone with information is asked to contact Major Crimes Detective P. Ripley at (804) 646-0423 or Crime Stoppers at (804) 780-1000. Tips may also be submitted through the P3 app. All Crime Stoppers reporting methods are anonymous.

 

Kinney Street Death Investigation

 

 

October 12, 2026

 

Kinney Street Death Investigation

 

The Richmond Police Department is conducting a death investigation in the 1000 block of Kinney Street.

 

Officers are currently on scene investigating the incident. There is a significant police presence in the area of Leigh and Kinney streets, including members of RPD’s SWAT team.

 

Residents and motorists are asked to avoid the area while officers continue their investigation.

 

This remains an active and ongoing investigation. Additional information will be released as it becomes available.

 

Anyone with information about this incident is asked to contact Major Crimes Detective A. Sleem at (804) 646-3871 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. 

RPD Thanks Community, Announces Arrest in North Avenue Homicide

RPD Thanks Community, Announces Arrest in North Avenue Homicide

The Richmond Police Department thanks the community for tips and information that led to the identity and location of the suspect in the North Avenue homicide.

“The arrest in this tragic homicide demonstrates the power of a community working together to bring justice to the victim’s family and the entire city of Richmond,” said Chief Rick Edwards. “I want to personally thank the members of our community who came forward with critical information that helped our detectives identify and locate the suspect. Our detectives acted swiftly and professionally, following up on those tips and locating and arresting the suspect without incident within hours. This outcome reflects both the dedication of our investigators and the strength of our partnership with the people we serve. We are grateful for the community’s trust and its commitment to making Richmond safer.”

RPD detectives, with assistance of the U.S. Marshals Capitol Area Regional Fugitive Task Force, located the suspect, Justin Regis, 21, of Richmond, last night and arrested him without incident. He has been charged with armed robbery and use of a firearm in the commission of a felony. Additional charges are pending. His booking photo is attached.

On Saturday at approximately 5:29 a.m., a passerby saw a person down in a business in the 4200 block of North Avenue. Richmond Police Department officers were called to the scene.

The Richmond Fire Department was called to the scene and made entry into the business. RPD officers located an adult male employee down and unresponsive. He had suffered an apparent gunshot wound and was pronounced dead at the scene. He has been identified as Abidine Boye, 30, of Richmond.

Anyone with further information about this homicide is asked to contact Major Crimes Detective P. Mansfield at (804) 646-6996 or Crime Stoppers at (804) 780-1000. Tips may also be submitted through the P3 app. All Crime Stoppers reporting methods are anonymous.

 

Victim Identified, Suspect Sought in North Avenue Homicide

Victim Identified, Suspect Sought in North Avenue Homicide

Richmond Police detectives have identified the victim in the homicide that occurred on Saturday and are asking the public for assistance in identifying and locating the suspect.

On Saturday at approximately 5:29 a.m., a passerby saw a person down in a business in the 4200 block of North Avenue. Richmond Police Department officers were called to the scene.

The Richmond Fire Department was called to the scene and made entry into the business. RPD officers located an adult male employee down and unresponsive. He had suffered an apparent gunshot wound and was pronounced dead at the scene. He has been identified as Abidine Boye, 30, of Richmond.

Detectives are investigating and are sharing with the public two photos of the possible suspect in hopes he can be identified and located. The photos are attached.

Anyone with information about this homicide or the identity of the male in the photos is asked to contact Major Crimes Detective P. Mansfield at (804) 646-6996 or Crime Stoppers at (804) 780-1000. Tips may also be submitted through the P3 app. All Crime Stoppers reporting methods are anonymous.