September
23, 2019
The
Richmond Police Department has identified the victim from last night’s homicide
in the McGuire neighborhood as Jamal W. Ellis, 31, of the 3900 block of
Decatur Street.
At
approximately 9:48 p.m. yesterday, officers responded to the 700 block of
Spaine Street, which is one block east of Belt Boulevard just off Hull
Street, for a report of a shooting. Once on scene, officers found Jamal W.
Ellis suffering from a gunshot wound. He was taken to a local hospital
where he succumbed to his injuries.
The
Medical Examiner will determine the cause and manner of death.
Anyone
with information about this homicide is asked to call Major Crimes Detective
P. Mansfield at (804) 646-6996 or contact Crime Stoppers at (804)
780-1000 or at www.7801000.com.
The P3 Tips Crime Stoppers app for smartphones may also be used. All
Crime Stoppers methods are anonymous.
