Richmond Police detectives have identified the victim in this morning’s fatal shooting as Lamar Jones, 31, of Richmond.
At approximately 1:53 a.m., an officer in the area of East Broad and North 18th streets heard gunshots and investigated. A few minutes later, an adult male, Jones, was transported in a personal vehicle to a local hospital with apparent gunshot wounds. He succumbed to his injuries at the hospital.
The Medical Examiner will determine cause and manner of death.
Detectives determined the shooting occurred near the intersection of East Grace and North 18th streets. The investigation continues.
Anyone with information about this death investigation is asked to call Major Crimes Detective A. Sleem at (804) 814-7123 or contact 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.
