Suspect Charged, Victim Identified in Nutmeg Court Homicide

Richmond Police detectives have charged the suspect and identified the victim in the homicide that occurred yesterday on Nutmeg Court. Michael Benbow, 27, of Richmond, has been charged with murder. His booking photo is not yet available. Detectives have identified the victim as Ty’keytah Burford, 27, of Richmond. 

Wednesday, September 28, 2022 at approximately 7:09 a.m., officers were called to the 5400 block of Nutmeg Court for a report of trouble unknown. Officers arrived found an adult male, Benbow, in an apartment suffering from an apparent stab wound. In the same apartment, officers found an adult female, Burford, down and unresponsive, suffering from an apparent stab wound. She was pronounced dead at the scene. 

Benbow was transported to a local hospital with injuries that were not considered life threatening. 

Anyone with further information about this homicide is asked to contact Major Crimes Detective C. Tovar at (804) 646-6739 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 Sought in Residential Burglary

Richmond Police detectives are asking for the public’s assistance in identifying the individual in the photos who burgled a home in the 500 block of North 28^th Street. 

Monday September 26, 2022, at approximately 4:00 a.m., the male suspect forced his way through the front door and was captured on the doorbell camera entering the residence. The suspect was then seen exiting the front door with several items. 

Anyone with information about the identity of this suspect is asked to call First Precinct Detective A. Partain at (804) 646-1290 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.

Nutmeg Court Death Investigation

At approximately 7:09 a.m., officers were called to the 5400 block of Nutmeg Court for a report of trouble unknown. Officers arrived found an adult male in an apartment suffering from an apparent stab wound. In the same apartment, officers found an adult female, down and unresponsive, suffering from an apparent stab wound. She was pronounced dead at the scene. 

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

The male was transported to a local hospital with injuries that were not considered life threatening. 

Detectives are investigating. Although motive and circumstances are still being investigated detectives are not looking for any suspects at this time. 

Anyone with further information about this death investigation is asked to contact Major Crimes Detective C. Tovar at (804) 814-6739 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 Elgin Terrace Homicide / Arrest Made

Richmond Police detectives have identified the victim in the homicide that occurred Saturday as NeNe Kline, 30, of Richmond.

Saturday, at approximately 2:40 a.m., officers were called to the 600 block of Elgin Terrace for the report of a shooting. Officers arrived and located an adult female, Kline, with an apparent gunshot wound. She was pronounced dead at the scene. Detectives have determined that this is a domestic related incident. 

With the assistance of the United States Marshal Service Fugitive Task Force and the Orange County Sheriff’s Department, Laquan Johnson, 30, of Chesterfield, was quickly apprehended in Orange County, Virginia.  Johnson was charged with 1^st Degree Murder.  Additional charges are pending.  Booking photo attached.  

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

Anyone with information about this homicide is asked to contact Major Crimes Detective G. Russell (804) 646-7715 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.

Laquan Johnson, 30, of Chesterfield

Driver Sought in Hit and Run

The Richmond Police Department Crash Team is asking for the public’s assistance in identifying the driver involved in a hit and run on Sunday. 

At approximately 6 p.m., officers were called to the 600 block of East Canal Street for the report of a collision. Officers arrived and found an adult female motorcyclist injured after colliding with a silver or gray sedan in the intersection of East Canal and South 5^th streets. The female was transported to a local hospital with injuries that were considered life threatening. 

The motorcycle was being operated northbound on South 5^th Street through the intersection when the silver or gray sedan, traveling southbound, struck the motorcycle. The driver of the sedan then turned right and drove from the scene westbound on East Canal Street. 

Investigators with the Crash Team are investigating. They are asking for the public’s assistance in identifying the driver or the vehicle, which would have sustained front-end damage. 

Anyone with information on the driver or this incident is asked to call RPD Crash Team Investigator G. Drago at (804) 646-1369 or contact Crime Stoppers at (804) 780-1000.

Identification Made in Fatal Collision at the Intersection of East 35th Street and East Broad Rock Road

The Richmond Police Department’s Special Operations Division-Traffic Crash Team have identified the motorcyclist who was killed in Saturday’s fatal collision as Allenmichael Marrs, 31, of Charlottesville, VA.  

Saturday, September 24, 2022 at approximately 6:13pm officers were called to the intersection of East 35^th Street and East Broad Rock Road for the report of a two vehicle crash involving an SUV and an adult male motorcyclist. Preliminary investigation revealed that the driver of the SUV was traveling east in the 3500 block of East Broad Rock Road attempting to turn north onto the 700 block of East 35^th Street, when the motorcyclist, Marrs, who was traveling west in the 3400 block of East Broad Rock Road, collided with the SUV. The driver of the SUV remained at the crash site. Marrs was pronounced dead at the scene. 

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

Anyone with further information about this incident is asked to contact RPD Crash Team Investigator W. Kress at 804-646-0280 or Crime Stoppers at (804) 780-1000. The P3 Tips Crime Stoppers app for smartphones may also be used.  All Crime Stoppers methods are anonymous.

Motorcyclist Struck at the Intersection of East 35th Street and East Broad Rock Road

The Richmond Police Crash Team is investigating a traffic fatality that occurred Saturday evening at the intersection of East 35^th Street and East Broad Rock Road. 

Saturday, September 24, 2022 at approximately 6:13 p.m., officers were called to the intersection of East 35^th Street and East Broad Rock Road for the report of a two vehicle crash involving an SUV and an adult male motorcyclist. Preliminary investigation revealed that the driver of the SUV was traveling east in the 3500 block of East Broad Rock Road attempting to turn north onto the 700 block of East 35^th Street, when the motorcyclist, who was traveling west in the 3400 block of East Broad Rock Road, collided with the SUV.

The motorcyclist was pronounced dead at the scene. 

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

Anyone with further information about this incident is asked to contact RPD Crash Team Investigator W. Kress (804) 510-4200 or Crime Stoppers at (804) 780-1000. The P3 Tips Crime Stoppers app for smartphones may also be used.  All Crime Stoppers methods are anonymous.

Elgin Terrace Death Investigation

Early this morning, September 24, 2022, RPD officers were called to the 600 block of Elgin Terrace for the report of a shooting. Once on scene officers located one adult female down suffering from an apparent gunshot wound. She was pronounced dead at the scene. This is an ongoing investigation. 

Medical examiners will determine the cause and manner of death. 

Anyone with information about this investigation is asked to contact Major Crimes Detective G. Russell (804) 646-7715 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.

Arrest Made in Hull Street Road Aggravated Assault

Richmond Police detectives have arrested the suspect in today’s shooting on Hull Street Road. 

Friday, September 23, 2022, at approximately 11:08 a.m. Officers responded to the 5500 block of Hull Street Road for the report of a person shot. Once on scene officers located an adult male with an apparent gunshot wound. He was transported to a local hospital with non-life threatening injuries.

Keniyah Vaughn, 24, of Chesterfield was charged with Attempted Murder and Use of a Firearm in the Commission of a Felony.  A booking photo is attached. 

This is an ongoing investigation. 

Anyone with information about this investigation is asked to contact Major Crimes Detective S. Jones at (804) 646-5329 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 Sought in Shooting Targeted at Richmond Police Officer

Richmond Police Detectives are asking for the public’s assistance in identifying a suspect in Wednesday night’s shooting that targeted a Richmond Police Officer.  

On September 21, at approximately 10:17 p.m., a Richmond Police Officer observed a male driving recklessly on a golf cart in the area of N. 25^th Street and Fairmont Avenue.  The officer attempted to stop the golf cart in the 1200 block of N 28^th Street.  The driver fled on foot, turned and fired at least one shot at the officer and then continued to run west on S Street.   The bullet hit the officer’s vehicle but not the officer.  The officer returned fire but it does not appear that the suspect was struck.  

The suspect was described as a light skin black male, wearing a black or dark blue hoodie, dark skinny jeans, average build, and average height, with twists or dreads.  He appears to be a juvenile or young adult.  He was driving a golf cart that was stolen from the Oliver Crossings Apartments, 1329 Coalter Street, Tuesday, September 20, at approximately 9:14 p.m.  There was a small blue scooter in the rear of the cart being driven by the suspect.  Detectives are hoping that someone in the community saw this individual and will be able to help identify him. A photo of the golf cart is attached.  

Anyone with information about this investigation is asked to call Major Crimes Detective M. Young at (804) 646-3926, Major Crimes Detective M. Ahnstrom at (804) 646-3913, 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.

Richmond Police Department Alerts Residents of Telephone Scam Targeting Elderly

The Richmond Police Department is alerting residents of a phone scam where individuals posing as representatives of law enforcement are attempting to solicit funds under false pretenses from senior citizens within our community. In the scam, a caller identifies themselves as a representative of the Richmond Police Department and attempts to solicit money on behalf of families of victims who have been killed. 

It’s important that the community understands that the Richmond Police Department does not solicit funds from residents via phone or other methods.

Phone scammers frequently target vulnerable residents, but anyone can be targeted and everyone should be vigilant against potential scams.  

If residents receive a call that seems suspicious, RPD reminds everyone that it is okay to hang up and call the agency to verify their authenticity. Protect yourself and never provide banking information or log-in information of your accounts to unknown individuals.  

To report an incident such as a scam, please call the non-emergency line at 804-646-5100. In cases of an emergency call or text 911.

Persons of interest in Jewelry Theft

Richmond Police detectives are asking for the public’s assistance in identifying the individuals in these photos who are persons of interest in a theft that occurred last Friday in the 1300 block of East Cary Street.

Friday, September 16, at approximately 1:30 p.m. two individuals entered an open business and stole several pieces of jewelry before leaving the store in an unknown direction.

The female suspect is approximately 5 foot 7 inches tall, weighing approximately 180 pounds, last seen wearing a black shirt, white pants, black sandals, carrying a black shoulder bag. 

The male suspect is approximately 5 foot 7 inches tall, weighing approximately 160 pounds, last seen wearing a white t-shirt, blue jeans, brown shoes, black baseball style hat. 

Anyone with information about the identity of these individuals are asked to call First Precinct Detective T. Wilson at (804) 646-0672 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.

Run Richmond 16.19 Road Closures and No Parking Zones

 

Run Richmond 16.19 Road Closures and No Parking Zones

September 15, 2022

Run Richmond 16.19, a cultural running event, will bring changes to traffic with numerous road closures and “No Parking” zones in effect on Saturday, September 17.

The running event will close streets including the 14^th Street (Mayo) Bridge, portions of East Main Street, several streets in Shockoe Bottom, the T. Tyler Potterfield footbridge to Brown’s Island and several roads from Tredegar Street to Jackson Ward.

North 15^th Street will also be closed. Traffic using the 74B ramp from I-95 South will turn to access North 14^th Street.

“No Parking” zones will go into effect in the early morning hours of Saturday with road closures beginning at 6 a.m. Please note the site of the start and finish of the event, East Byrd Street, will close to traffic at 4 a.m. Roads will re-open and parking will again be permitted at approximately 1 p.m.

For more information about the event:

https://www.runrichmond1619.org/

 

RUN RICHMOND 16.19 – Saturday, September 17

STREET CLOSURE LOCATIONS:

East Byrd Street between South 2^nd and 7^th streets

(Start/Finish location – 4 a.m. closure)

 

(All other locations will start at 6 a.m.) 

South 5^th Street between East Canal and Tredegar streets

Tredegar Street between Brown’s Island Way and South 7^th Street

South 14^th Street between Brander and Dock streets

Dock Street between South 14^th and 17^th streets

South 21^st Street between East Cary and Main streets

East Main Street between South 20^th and 21^st streets

North 20^th Street between East Main and Grace streets

East Grace Street between Ambler and N. 20^th streets

East Main Street between South 9^th and 18^th streets

North 9^th Street between East Main and Grace streets

East Grace Street between North 3^rd and 9^th streets  

East Marshall Street between North Adams and North 3^rd streets

North 3^rd Street between East Marshall and Byrd streets

North 15^th Street from East Franklin to East Main streets

 

RUN RICHMOND 16.19

NO PARKING LOCATIONS:

(12:01 a.m. – 1 p.m.)

East Franklin Street (both sides) between North 1^st and 2^nd streets

North 1^st Street (east side) between East Franklin and East Main streets

South 5^th Street (both sides) between East Byrd and Tredegar Street

South 5^th (both sides) between East Byrd and Canal streets

East Byrd (both sides) between S. 2^nd and 7^th streets

South 3^rd Street (both sides) between East Clay and East Byrd streets

North 2^nd Street (both sides) between East Broad and East Marshall streets

North Adams Street (both sides) between West Broad and West Clay streets

West Marshall Street (both sides) between North Jefferson Street and North 3^rd streets

East Grace Street (both sides) between North 3^rd and North 9^th streets

North 4^th Street (both sides) between East Grace and East Franklin streets

North 5^th Street (both sides) between East Broad and East Grace streets 

North 6^th Street (both sides) between East Broad and East Grace streets

North 9^th Street (both sides) between East Cary and East Grace streets

East Franklin Street (both sides) between North 8^th and North 9^th streets

East Main Street (both sides) between North 9^th and North 18^th streets

10^th Street (both sides) between Bank and East Cary streets

12^th Street (Both Sides) between East Main and East Cary streets

East Franklin Street (both sides) between North 18^th and Ambler streets

Ambler Street (both sides) between East Franklin and East Grace streets

North 18^th Street (both sides) between East Franklin and East Broad streets

North 19^th Street (both sides) between East Franklin and East Broad streets

North 20^th Street (both sides) between East Broad and East Main streets

East Grace Street (both sides) between Ambler and North 21^st streets

East Franklin Street (both sides) between North 19^th and North 21^st streets

East Main Street (both sides) between North 19^th and North 22^nd streets

North 21^st Street (both sides) between East Franklin and Dock streets

Warwick Road Death Investigation

Wednesday, September 14, 2022, at approximately 4:57 a.m., officers were called to the 5900 block of Warwick Road for the report of shots fired. Officers arrived and investigated. While at the scene, officers were notified that an adult male arrived at a local hospital by personal vehicle from the 5900 block of Warwick Road. The male had suffered an apparent gunshot wound and succumbed to his injury at the hospital.

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

Detectives are investigating.

Anyone with information about this death investigation is asked to contact 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. 

Community Conversations with Chief of Police Gerald Smith

What: The Richmond community is invited to join Chief Smith and members of the Richmond Police Department for a series of Community Conversations.

When/Where: The public is invited to participate in these in-person conversations beginning at 6:30 p.m., on the following dates and locations:

  Wednesday, September 14: for Second Precinct residents Liberation Church, 5200 Midlothian Turnpike

Thursday, September 15: for Third Precinct residents First Baptist Church, 2709 Monument Avenue

Wednesday, September 21: for First Precinct residents MLK Middle School, 1000 Mosby Street

Thursday, September 22: for Fourth Precinct residents Barack Obama Elementary School, 3101 Fendall Avenue

Background: The Richmond Police Department is a key agency in building community in the city of Richmond. Fostering partnerships, engaging in problem-solving, and developing strong relationships of mutual trust between law enforcement and the communities we serve are critical to maintaining a safe community. Chief Gerald Smith will be joined by commanders of each precinct and lieutenants of each RPD sector.  

 Target Audience: Residents and community leaders within each Precinct area for the night specified.

North 1st Street Death Investigation

Monday, September 12, 2022, at approximately 7:27 p.m., officers were called to the 900 block of North 1st Street in the Gilpin Court neighborhood for the report of shots fired.  Officers arrived and located a juvenile female down and unresponsive on a sidewalk.  She had suffered an apparent gunshot wound and was pronounced dead at the scene.

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

Forensics Unit personnel arrived and collected evidence at the scene while Major Crime detectives canvassed the area.  Detectives are hoping those in the area at the time of the shooting can provide information to assist the investigation.

Anyone with information about this death investigation is asked to contact Major Crimes Detective P. Ripley at (804) 646-0423 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.

Families of Victims from Double Homicide Offer Reward

Families of the individuals killed in a double homicide from May of this year in the Fairfield Court neighborhood will join Richmond Police detectives Friday, September 9, 2022 to offer a reward in the case. 

At 10:30 a.m., Friday, September 9, at the intersection of Fairfield Avenue and North 25^th Street, family members of Jermorlo Butler and Demetrise Simmons will announce a $10,000 reward for information that leads to a conviction for the May 6 shootings on Rosetta Street.

Catalytic Converter Thief Arrested

On Monday, September 5, RPD officers responded to the 7000 block of Three Chopt Road for the report of a suspicious person in the alley, using an electric tool behind a closed business after hours. A Third Precinct Officer arrived and located a male underneath a vehicle with a sawzall, identified as Damien Tyler, 44, of Richmond. His booking photo is attached.

Tyler was in the process of cutting a catalytic converter off of a vehicle that was not registered to him. Tyler also had an outstanding warrant out of the city. He was charged with the following:

• Felony Possession of Burglary tools
• Destruction of Private Property
• Attempt Grand Larceny
• Felony Capias out of Richmond

The Richmond Police Department would like to thank the public for alerting us to this suspicious situation and would like to remind everyone to call the police if you see or hear anything suspicious. Please call 911 for emergencies, or (804) 646-5100 for non-emergencies. Crime Stoppers can also be used by calling (804) 780-1000. The P3 Tips Crime Stoppers app for smartphones also may be used. All Crime Stoppers reporting methods are anonymous. 

Arrest Made in 200 West Grace Street Vandalism

Richmond Police detectives have apprehended the individual who is responsible for the vandalism incident that occurred at RPD Police Headquarters.

On August 28 and August 31, RPD vehicles were vandalized with spray paint. The damage occurred in the overnight hours.

Early this morning, RPD detectives arrested Jeremy Morris, 33, of Richmond. His booking photo is attached.

Morris was charged with following:

• Felony Vandalism
• Two counts of Misdemeanor Vandalism
• Misdemeanor Trespassing

Anyone with information about this incident or anyone who observed suspicious activity in the overnight hours near the 200 block of West Grace Street is asked to call Crime Stoppers at (804) 780-1000. The P3 Tips Crime Stoppers app for smartphones may also be used.  All Crime Stoppers methods are anonymous. 

Victim Identified in East Gladstone Avenue Homicide Investigation

Richmond Police detectives have identified the victim in the homicide that occurred Friday evening in the 700 block of East Gladstone Avenue as Tameeka Ann Boone, 36, of Richmond.

At approximately 11:55 p.m., Friday, September 2, Richmond Police officers responded to the report of random gunfire in the 700 block of East Gladstone Avenue. Officers located an adult female, Boone, with a gunshot wound. She was pronounced dead on scene.

The Medical Examiner will determine cause and manner of death. 

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

East Gladstone Death Investigation

At approximately 11:54 p.m., Friday, September 2, Richmond Police officers responded to the report of random gunfire in the 700 block of East Gladstone Avenue. Officers located an adult female with a gunshot wound. She was pronounced dead on scene.

The Medical Examiner will determine cause and manner of death. 

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

Suspects Sought in Theft from Motor Vehicle on Pump House Drive

Richmond Police detectives are asking for the public’s assistance in identifying the individuals in these photos who are suspects in a theft of items that were stolen from a vehicle while parked in the 1900 block of Pump House Drive.

Between the hours of 9:45 – 11:00 a.m., Saturday, August 20, the victim’s vehicle was parked in the parking lot, and upon her return she noticed that her window was damaged and personal items were stolen.

The suspects were last seen leaving in gray colored four-door sedan, with dark tinted windows. The vehicle displayed license plates from the state of Florida.

Anyone with information about the identity of these suspects is asked to call Third Precinct Detective M. Williams at (804) 646-1007 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 29th Street Homicide

Richmond Police detectives have identified the victim in yesterday’s homicide on North 29^th Street as Albert Christian, 33, of Richmond.

At approximately 7:48 p.m., Richmond Police Department officers were called to VCU Medical Center for the report of an adult male, Christian, who had arrived at the hospital suffering from an apparent gunshot wound. He succumbed to his injury at the hospital.

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

Detectives have determined the shooting occurred in the 2100 block of North 29^th Street.

Anyone with information about this homicide is asked to contact Major Crimes Detective M. Young at (804) 646-3926 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 Sought in Hit and Run on East Byrd Street

The Richmond Police Department Crash Team is asking for the public’s assistance in identifying the suspect of a hit and run that occurred Thursday night in the 500 block of East Byrd Street.

At approximately 7:34 p.m., August 4, officers were called to the 500 block of East Byrd Street for the report of a two-vehicle collision. Officers arrived and found an adult male victim who was injured from the crash. He was transported to a local hospital with non-life threatening injuries.

The RPD Crash Team and detectives have determined that the suspect’s vehicle was traveling south on South 5^th Street when the driver disregarded a red signal and struck the victim’s vehicle, which was traveling east on East Byrd Street.  

The driver of the striking vehicle did not remain at the scene. A camera on the scene captured an image of him running away. Those images are attached.

Anyone with information about the identity of this individual is asked to contact RPD Crash Team Investigator Drago at (804) 646-1369 or call Crime Stoppers at (804) 780-1000. The P3 Tips Crime Stoppers app for smartphones may also be used.  All Crime Stoppers methods are anonymous.

Suspect Sought in Vandalism

Richmond Police Department detectives are investigating a vandalism incident that occurred in an RPD parking deck.

Wednesday, August 31 at approximately 12:42 a.m., an officer in the RPD headquarters parking deck observed several police vehicles that had been sprayed with black paint. The damage occurred in the overnight hours.

The RPD takes all incidents of vandalism seriously. Should the vandalism be assessed at $1,000 or more the individual responsible can be charged with a felony.

 Anyone with information about this incident or anyone who observed suspicious activity in the overnight hours near the 200 block of West Grace Street is asked to call Crime Stoppers at (804) 780-1000. The P3 Tips Crime Stoppers app for smartphones may also be used.  All Crime Stoppers methods are anonymous.