New Year’s Eve Safety

New Year’s Eve Safety

The Richmond Police Department would like to wish everyone a safe and happy New Year! The Department also reminds the public that firing a gun in the city limits is illegal and dangerous even with misguided attempts at celebration.

The Richmond Police Department would also like to remind citizens they have a role in New Year’s Eve safety. If you plan to drink alcohol, make sure you plan a safe ride home. Identify a designated driver, use a taxi service, use a ride-sharing service or walk. A checkpoint, in partnership with Virginia DMV’s “Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over” campaign, will be in force on Friday night and RPD will maintain concentrated efforts to address motorists who are driving while impaired on New Year’s Eve.

Other safety tips include remaining aware of your surroundings when in large crowds and, when possible, traveling in pairs or in groups. If you should see suspicious activity, call 911.

Stay alert through the evening – and have a happy new year!

Officer’s Vehicle Struck by Gunfire

Officer’s Vehicle Struck by Gunfire

Last night at approximately 10:48 p.m., a Richmond Police Department vehicle, being operated on patrol by an RPD officer, was struck by gunfire.

A Second Precinct officer was operating the vehicle westbound in the 5700 block of Hull Street Road when a gunshot struck the vehicle, shattering the rear driver-side window. Photos of the vehicle are attached.

The officer was unharmed and remained in the area searching for the suspect. No officers discharged their weapons during this incident.

Approximately four minutes later, officers responded to a single-vehicle crash at the intersection of West Carnation Street and Atmore Drive. An adult male was located with injuries sustained in the crash. He was transported to a local hospital with injures that were considered life threatening. A firearm was recovered from the crash site. 

Forensics collected evidence at both scenes while Major Crimes detectives canvassed the area.

Detectives have determined that the male involved in the crash is the same individual who fired at the officer. Detectives are consulting with the Commonwealth’s Attorney’s Office regarding charges.

Anyone with information about this investigation is asked to contact Major Crimes Detective W. Hartley at (804) 646-4314 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 Homicide of Deandre Briody on Ruffin Road

 Arrest Made in Homicide of Deandre Briody on Ruffin Road

Richmond Police detectives, with the assistance of the U.S. Marshal’s Regional Fugitive Task Force, on Wednesday arrested Khalil Rogers, 22, of North Chesterfield, without incident in connection with the homicide of Deandre Broidy.

At approximately 2:07 p.m., Friday, December 9, officers were called to the 2200 block of Ruffin Road for the report of a shooting. Officers arrived but no victim was on scene. In the 5600 block of Warwick Road officers located an adult male, Deandre Broidy, 22, of Richmond, who was suffering from a gunshot wound. Detectives determined Broidy was shot while in the 2200 block of Ruffin Road and attempted to self-transport to a local hospital. Broidy was transported to the hospital by EMS where he succumbed to his injury.

Rogers was charged with conspiracy to commit murder. Additional charges are pending.

Anyone with further information about this homicide is asked to contact Major Crimes Detective M. Godwin at (804) 317-6922 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.

 

Khalil Rogers

Victim Identified in Ruffin Road Homicide (2400 block)

Victim Identified in Ruffin Road Homicide (2400 block)

Richmond Police detectives have identified the victim in the homicide that occurred on Friday in the 2400 block of Ruffin Road as Caseymae Smith, 19, of Richmond.

At approximately 7:02 p.m., December 9, officers responded to the 2400 block of Ruffin Road for the report of a shooting. Officers arrived and located an adult female, Smith, who was suffering from a gunshot wound. She was pronounced dead at the scene.

Detectives are trying to determine if this homicide is related to the homicide that occurred earlier in the 2200 block of Ruffin Road.

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

Anyone with information about this homicide 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.

Suspect Sought in Indecent Exposure Incidents Occurring in the Museum District

 

December 9, 2022

Suspect Sought in Indecent Exposure Incidents Occurring in the Museum District

Richmond Police detectives are asking for the public’s assistance to identify the adult male in the photo who is suspected of peeping in windows and indecently exposing himself outside of homes on multiple occasions in the area.

At approximately 10:03 p.m., Friday, December 2, officers responded to a report of a suspicious male looking into a window of a residence located in the 3100 block of Hanover Avenue. A victim has described the suspect as wearing a hoodie, jacket and a ball cap.  Surveillance camera footage shows the suspect on a porch exposing himself inappropriately.

RPD has increased patrols in the area and is asking that anyone with video or information please contact law enforcement.

Anyone with information about this incident is asked to contact Major Crimes Detective O. Reyes at (804) 646-3874 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.

Arrests Made for Attempted Catalytic Converter Theft

 

Thanks to a tip from a witness and quick work by Fourth Precinct officers, arrests were made for an attempted catalytic converter theft last week.

At approximately 4 a.m. on Wednesday, November 30, officers were called to a parking lot in the 3800 block of West Broad Street for a report of individuals underneath a vehicle. Sounds of a saw cutting metal was also reported.

Officers arrived and observed a pickup truck attempting to leave the parking lot. Officers stopped the truck and the two males in the vehicle were detained as the officers investigated. A nearby witness directed officers to the area in the parking lot where the suspects had been seen crawling under a vehicle. A partially detached catalytic converter was found on the vehicle. During the investigation officers also observed a handheld motorized saw tool in the cab of the suspect vehicle and arrested both individuals.

Charles Hayes, 44, of Richmond and Christopher Seay, 43, of Chesterfield have both been charged with the felony offense of tampering with a catalytic converter. Hayes has also been charged with felony possession of burglary tools. Their booking photos are attached.

“Thefts of catalytic converters have been a problem across the region,” said Fourth Precinct Acting Captain Adrienne Gardner. “Thanks to this witness and quick response by officers this theft was prevented and arrests were made. One can assist in preventing theft of your catalytic converter by making an appointment at a local Midas of Richmond shop and they will spray paint your converter for FREE to reduce the likelihood it can be re-sold if stolen to deter the thefts.”

Anyone with further information about these individuals is asked to call Property Crimes Lieutenant B. Prendergast at (804) 646-4195. Citizens may also contact Crimes Stoppers at (804) 780-1000. The P3 Tips Crime Stoppers app for smartphones also may be used. All Crime Stoppers reporting methods are anonymous. 

 

Charles Hayes

Christopher Seay

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2022 Dominion Energy Christmas Parade

 

2022 Dominion Energy Christmas Parade Traffic Advisory

December 1, 2022

The 39^th annual Dominion Energy Christmas Parade will be this Saturday and numerous street closures and “No Parking” zones will be in effect.

The parade will begin at 10:15 a.m. at the Science Museum of Virginia and proceed east on Broad Street toward Seventh Street. More than 100,000 spectators from across Virginia attend annually, according to parade organizers.

Major city thoroughfares such as Broad Street and Leigh Street will be affected. “No Parking” zones along the route will go into effect beginning at 3 a.m. on Saturday, Dec. 3 until 3 p.m.

The following roads will be closed beginning at 6 a.m. and remain in effect until approximately 3:00 p.m.

·         West Broad Street between North Arthur Ashe Boulevard and North 8^th Street (on both sides)

·         DMV Drive between West Broad and West Leigh Streets

·         West Leigh Street between Hermitage Road and North Arthur Ashe Boulevard

·         North 7^th Street between East Broad and Jackson Streets

·         East Leigh Street between North 4^th and 9^th Streets

·         East Marshall between North 3^rd and 7^th Streets

No Parking Locations:

·          900 Block of Terminal Place /Entire Block (Both Sides)

·         Broad Street (Both Sides) between Terminal Place & North 8^th Street

·         DMV Drive between West Broad and Leigh Street

·         West Leigh Street between Hermitage Road and Arthur Ashe Boulevard

·         North Harrison Street between West Broad and West Marshall Street

·         Lodge Street between Broad and Marshall Street

·         North 6^th Street between East Broad and Marshall Street

·         North 7^th Street between East Broad and Jackson Street

·         East Marshall Street between North 3^rd and North 7^th Street

·         East Clay Street between North 7^th & 8^th Street

·         East Leigh Street between North 4^th and North 9^th Street