Appeal for Information on Minefee Street Aggravated Assault

May 29, 2020

Richmond Police Major Crimes detectives are asking for the public’s help as they investigate an aggravated assault that occurred three weeks ago.

At approximately 5:47 p.m. on Friday, May 8, officers responded to the 1400 block of Minefee Street for the report of an assault.  Once on scene, they found a 53-year-old male with a life-threatening head injury.  Detectives have determined he was assaulted with a firearm.  The victim was taken to a local hospital, where he is still recovering at this time.

Detectives believe the victim was attacked by three male suspects, but have limited details on their descriptions.

Anyone with information on this case is asked to call Major Crimes Detective N. Reese at (804) 646-0712.  You can also 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.

Williamsburg Avenue Homicide Suspect Charged with Murder

May 28, 2020

The Richmond Police Department is announcing additional charges against the suspect of a homicide on Williamsburg Avenue earlier this month.

Indictments were served yesterday on Jamar Paxton Jr., 18, of Mechanicsville for First-Degree Murder and Use of a Firearm in the Commission of a Felony.  He is still charged with Robbery and Use of a Firearm in the Commission of a Felony.  His booking photo is attached.

At approximately 10:13 a.m. on May 13, officers responded to the 4300 block of Williamsburg Avenue for the report of a person down on a bicycle path.  When officers arrived, they found Dominique Danzy, 22, of Richmond lying on the path. She had been shot and was pronounced dead at the scene.

Anyone with additional information on this homicide is asked to call Major Crimes Detective J. Baynes at (804) 646-3617 or contact Crime Stoppers at (804) 780-1000 or www.7801000.com. The P3 Tips Crime Stoppers app for smartphones may also be used.  All Crime Stoppers methods are anonymous.

Two Arrests Made in P Street Homicide

May 28, 2020
  
Richmond Police Major Crimes detectives, with the help of the First Precinct Focus Mission Team (FMT), have made two arrests in connection to last month’s homicide on P Street.

Indictments were served yesterday on the following individuals:

1. Trevon A. Humes, 27, of Richmond has been charged with First-Degree Murder
2. Dennis S. Jones, 56, of Richmond has been charged with First-Degree Murder and Use of a Firearm in the Commission of a Felony

Their booking photos are attached.

At approximately 9:15 p.m. on April 4, officers responded to the 3200 block of P Street for the report of a shooting. When officers arrived, they found Angela M. Rector, 30, of Richmond suffering from a gunshot wound. She was transported to a local hospital with life-threatening injuries. She died of her injuries shortly after.

Anyone with further information on this homicide is asked to call Major Crimes Detective P. Ripley at (804) 646-0423 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.

Trevon A. Humes

Dennis S. Jones

Pronto será ilegal sostener en la mano y utilizar un teléfono celular mientras conduce

   20 de mayo de 2020

Debido a una ordenanza de la Ciudad de Richmond, a partir del martes 9 de junio será ilegal sostener en la mano y utilizar un teléfono celular mientras esté conduciendo un vehículo motorizado en la Ciudad de Richmond.

Este delito primario les permite actuar a los oficiales de policía cuando observen a un conductor manejando su vehículo al mismo tiempo que manipulan o sostienen un equipo personal de comunicaciones, sin tener que observar evidencia adicional de manejo distraído.

Aunque el Estado de Virginia aprobó una ley similar que entrará en vigencia hasta el año 2021, los conductores que sean encontrados operando manualmente su equipo personal de comunicaciones mientras conducen en una calle o avenida pública de la Ciudad de Richmond podrán ser encontrados culpables de manejo distraído y serán multados a partir del 9 de junio de 2020.

“Esperamos que esta ordenanza disminuya la ocurrencia del manejo distraído en Richmond”, dijo el Capitán Don Davenport, de la División de Operaciones Especiales. “La meta es incrementar la seguridad de todos aquellos quienes usan las vías públicas, incluyendo a los peatones, ciclistas, corredores y otros conductores. Queremos que todos los conductores inicien sus viajes abrochándose sus cinturones y dejando a un lado sus teléfonos”, añadió.

La ordenanza no se aplicará a aquellos conductores que estén en sus vehículos legalmente estacionados y/o completamente detenidos, a los conductores de vehículos de emergencias, tales como oficiales de policía o bomberos, a aquellos conductores que estén reportando una emergencia mediante su equipo móvil, ni a los conductores que estén usando un equipo de radiocomunicación durante operaciones de emergencia o ayuda durante desastres.

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East Broad Street Fatal Crash – Driver Identified

May 21, 2020

The Richmond Police Department’s Crash Team is investigating a fatal crash that occurred last night on East Broad Street.

At approximately 8:58 p.m., Wednesday, May 20^th, RPD officers were notified of a crash between a vehicle and a GRTC bus in the 1400 block of East Broad Street. The driver of the vehicle, Dawson M. Teta, 18, of Midlothian, VA, was transported to a local medical center where he died an hour later. Teta was the only occupant of the vehicle.

Three adult passengers on the GRTC bus reported non-life threatening injuries.

An investigation by the RPD Crash Team is still ongoing.
Additional information will be collected by the RPD Crash Team and a final report will be presented to the Commonwealth’s Attorney’s Office.

Anyone with information is asked to contact Sgt. J. Nathanson at 804 646-1343.

Four Arrests Made in North 21st Street Homicide

May 21, 2020

Richmond Police Major Crimes detectives – with the help of the First Precinct Focus Mission Team (FMT), Richmond Redevelopment & Housing Authority (RRHA) Unit, and the Strategic Violence Interdiction Unit (SVIU) – have made four arrests in connection to last month’s homicide of a 15-year-old male in the city’s East End.   

The multi-jurisdictional grand jury met yesterday and handed down indictments for the following three individuals:

1.      Raiquan M. Sims, 19, of Richmond has been charged with First-Degree Murder and Use of a Firearm in the Commission of a Felony

2.      Chrishawn Hickman, 18, of Richmond has been charged with First-Degree Murder and Use of a Firearm in the Commission of a Felony

3.      Antione D. Carter, 18, of Richmond has been charged with First-Degree Murder and Use of a Firearm in the Commission of a Felony

Their booking photos are attached.

Detectives also arrested a 17-year-old male in connection with the homicide.  He has been charged with First-Degree Murder, Use of a Firearm in the Commission of a Felony and Possession of a Firearm by a Convicted Felon.

The incident occurred back on Thursday, April 23 at approximately 1:46 a.m. in the 1100 block of North 21st Street, where it intersects with R Street. Officers were in the area, heard several gunshots and as they responded, the Richmond Department of Emergency Communications received calls for a person shot.  Once on scene, they located the male victim in the street suffering from an apparent gunshot wound.  He was taken to a local hospital, where he succumbed to his injuries.  The victim’s family has asked that we not release his name. 

Anyone with further information on this homicide is asked to call Major Crimes Detective M. Gouldman at (804) 646-3915 or (804) 646-5100.  You can also 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.

      Raiquan M. Sims

      Chrishawn Hickman

      Antione D. Carter

Holding and Using a Mobile Phone While Driving Soon to be Illegal

May 20, 2020

Due to a Richmond City ordinance, beginning on Tuesday, June 9, it will be illegal to hold and use a mobile phone while operating a motor vehicle in the City of Richmond.

This primary offense allows police officers to take action whenever they observe a driver operating a motor vehicle while using a handheld personal communications device, without having to also observe evidence of distraction.

While the Commonwealth of Virginia has passed a similar law which takes effect in 2021, in Richmond, beginning June 9, 2020, drivers using their handheld personal communications device while driving on a public street or highway in the City of Richmond could be found guilty of distracted driving and be fined.

“This ordinance will hopefully reduce the occurrences of distracted driving in Richmond,” said Special Operations Division Captain Don Davenport. “The goal is to increase the safety of all who use the roadways, including pedestrians, bicyclists, joggers and other drivers. We want all motorists to begin each trip by buckling up and putting their phones down.”

The ordinance does not apply to drivers lawfully stopped or parked, emergency vehicle drivers, such as police officers and firefighters, drivers using a handheld communications device to report on emergency, or drivers using a radio-based communications device during an emergency or disaster relief operation.

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Arrest Made in Williamsburg Avenue Homicide

May 15, 2020

Richmond Police detectives have made an arrest in connection to the Williamsburg Avenue homicide that occurred on Wednesday.

Jamar Paxton Jr., 18, of Mechanicsville, was arrested yesterday. He has been charged with robbery and use of a firearm in the commission of a felony. Additional charges are pending. His booking photo is attached.

At approximately 10:13 a.m., on Wednesday, May 13^th, RPD officers were called to the 4300 block of Williamsburg Avenue for a report of a person down on a bicycle path.

When officers arrived, they found Dominique Danzy, 22, of Richmond lying on the path. She had been shot and was pronounced dead at the scene.

Anyone with additional information about this case is asked to call Major Crimes Det. J. Baynes at (804) 646-3617 or contact Crime Stoppers at (804) 780-1000 or www.7801000.com. The P3 Tips Crime Stoppers app for smartphones may also be used.  All Crime Stoppers methods are anonymous.

Williamsburg Road Homicide – Victim Identified

May 14, 2020

Yesterday, at approximately 10:13 a.m., Wednesday, May 13^th, RPD officers were called to the 4300 block of Williamsburg Road for a report of a person down on a bicycle path.

They arrived to find Dominique Danzy, 22, of Richmond lying on the path. She had been shot. She was pronounced at the scene at 10:33 a.m.

The medical examiner will determine the official cause and manner of death.

Anyone with information about this case is asked to call Detective J. Baynes at (804) 646-3617 or contact Crime Stoppers at (804) 780-1000 or www.7801000.com.

The P3 Tips Crime Stoppers app for smartphones may also be used.  All Crime Stoppers methods are anonymous.

RPD Honors Sacrifices of the Fallen During National Police Week

May 11, 2020

Each year, during National Police Week, law enforcement agencies across the country honor those who have given their lives in the line of duty.

This year’s observance is May 10 through May 16.

This year, the Richmond Police Department will not hold public events due to COVID-19. The Department will record a video of a condensed version of the Police Memorial Service which will be posted to social media and the Department website. There will be other events throughout the week which will also pay homage to those who have fallen in the line of duty through the years.

“On this, our 2020 Police Memorial Week, the Richmond Police Department is honoring the sacrifices of officers who have given the ultimate price in service to our city,” said Chief William C. Smith. “This year, we add the names of 10 officers who were killed in the Capitol disaster of 1870. Unfortunately, due to the pandemic, we are not being joined by families. I want them to know, however, that we honor their sacrifice and will always carry them in our thoughts, regardless of the challenges we face. I hope and ask for everyone to remain safe and that we weather this pandemic as a strong community that relies on one another.”

The following events will mark National Police Week:

·       10 a.m., Wednesday, May 13 – RPD releases Police Memorial Event video

·       8 p.m., Wednesday, May 13 – Virtual Candlelight Vigil from the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial which includes comments from Chief William C. Smith: https://LawMemorial.org/VirtualCandlelightVigil

·       Social media posts throughout the week

Victim Identified, Arrest Made in Sussex Street Homicide

May 10, 2020

The Richmond Police Department has identified the victim of last night’s homicide in Whitcomb Court as Makayla A. Gregory, 20, of the 200 block of Henry Clay Road, Ashland, VA. 

At approximately 10:32 p.m. on Saturday, May 9, officers responded to the 2000 block of Sussex Street for the reports of random gunfire and a person shot.  Once on scene, police found a vehicle parked on the side of the road with damage from gunfire.  They also located Gregory and another adult female near the vehicle who appeared to have been shot. 

They were both taken to a local hospital, where Gregory succumbed to her injuries.  The other victim is being treated for a life-threatening injury and is listed in critical condition. 

RPD has arrested Justin J. Diggs, 24, of the 7300 block of Woodside Street, in connection with this homicide.  He has been charged with Aggravated Malicious Wounding, Attempted Robbery, and Use of a Firearm in the Commission of a Felony.  Diggs also sustained a non-life threatening gunshot wound during the incident.  His booking photo is not yet available.

Anyone with information about this homicide is asked to call Major Crimes Detective  J. Higgins at (804) 646-7570 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.

Suspects Sought in Commercial Burglary on West Cary Street

May 8, 2020

  

Richmond Police detectives are asking for the public’s help to identify the individuals in the attached photos and video (video link at bottom), who are suspects in a commercial burglary that occurred last week.

At approximately 12:27 p.m. on Sunday, April 26, security video of a restaurant in the 3300 block of West Cary Street shows two male suspects who forced a basement door of a business open. The masked suspects entered the main area of the restaurant and stole a laptop, a backpack, a safe and cash from a register. The video shows the pair leaving with these items through the basement.

One suspect wore a knit pompom hat with PHILADELPHIA lettering. The other suspect wore a hooded Halloween mask and a black/grey North Face jacket.

Anyone with information is asked to call Third Precinct Detective H. Truong at (804) 646-1067 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.

Video Link

Victim Identified, Woman Charged in Fatal Motorcycle Crash on Jefferson Davis Highway

May 4, 2020

The Richmond Police Department has identified the victim of last night’s fatal motorcycle crash on Jefferson Davis Highway as Tony T. Bredsoe, 25, of the 1400 block of Lenmore Street.

At approximately 5:23 p.m. yesterday, Bredsoe was traveling north in the 4700 block of Jefferson Davis Highway on his motorcycle and struck the rear of a pickup truck that was attempting to make a U-turn in the 4600 block of Jefferson Davis Highway near Calverton Street.

Bredsoe succumbed to his injuries on scene. The driver of the pickup truck, Dinora D. Franco De Ramos, 24, of the 7500 block of Hopkins Road remained on scene.

Franco De Ramos was charged with failure to yield the right-of-way and no operator’s license.

Anyone with information about this crash is asked to call RPD Crash Team Investigator R. Rose at (804) 646-1665 or contact Crime Stoppers at 780-1000 or at www.7801000.com. Both Crime Stoppers methods are anonymous.