Monday, September 16, 2024

Cause of ATV Crash Sought

Cause of ATV Crash Sought

The Richmond Police Department Crash Team is seeking information on the cause of an ATV crash on Dock Street on Saturday.

At approximately 7:45 p.m., officers were called to the 2100 block of Dock Street for the report of a single-vehicle crash. Officers arrived and found an adult male down in the eastbound lanes of the roadway. He was transported to a local hospital with injuries that were considered life threatening.

The injured male’s all-terrain vehicle was located at the scene, on the Virginia Capital Trail, which runs parallel to the roadway.

The RPD’s Crash Team responded. Investigators are seeking information about the circumstances of the crash. The individual may have been part of a large group of ATVs and motorbikes which were operating recklessly through the city at the time of the crash. Investigators made arrests and seized motorbikes on Saturday following an investigation of the group.

Anyone with information about the cause of the crash or the identity of other riders in the group is asked to call Crash Team Investigator R. Jamison at (804) 646-1665 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.

Friday, September 13, 2024

Nuevo Enlace Hispano de la Policía de Richmond, Abiertas las inscripciones para la 29ª Academia Hispana

Nuevo Enlace Hispano de la Policía de Richmond, Abiertas las inscripciones para la 29ª Academia Hispana

 

El Departamento de Policía de Richmond (RPD) ha nombrado a la ex agente de policía Jasmine Pérez como la nueva Enlace Hispana para ayudar a servir a la comunidad.

 

Jasmine Pérez, una orgullosa veterana de 18 años en RPD, ha regresado al departamento en un puesto civil como Analista Senior de Gerencia (Gerente de Proyectos) para la división de Servicios Comunitarios, Juveniles y de Intervención de RPD, enfocándose en el programa de recorridos en patrulla, iniciativas para la juventud y la misión de enlace hispano.

 

Oriunda del Bronx en la ciudad de Nueva York y proveniente de una familia de agentes de la ley, Jasmine se mudó a Richmond en el 2006 y se unió al departamento de policía. Su hermano y su primo la siguieron en las filas de RPD.

 

Dijo Jasmine Pérez: "Estoy encantada de continuar sirviendo a la comunidad de Richmond como enlace hispana”. "Ya que el Mes de la Herencia Hispana comienza el 15 de septiembre, es el momento perfecto para mejorar nuestros lazos y brindar un acceso aún mejor a nuestros servicios".

 

Como enlace hispana, la Sra. Pérez se relacionará con la población de habla hispana de la ciudad, derribando barreras y encontrando medios para que la comunidad obtenga servicios. Ella también trabajará en estrecha colaboración con la Oficina de Enlace para Inmigrantes y Refugiados (OIRE) de la ciudad, la cual trabaja para aumentar el acceso a los servicios y recursos comunitarios y municipales, así como también promueve la educación y la participación cívica. OIRE también está fomentando el uso de un nuevo servicio de interpretación telefónica por parte de los funcionarios municipales, lo que proporciona interpretación inmediata para brindar un mejor servicio a toda la comunidad de Richmond.

 

¡Jasmine Pérez también está reclutando participantes para la 29ª Academia de Comunitaria de la Policía de Richmond! A partir del 26 de septiembre y hasta el 21 de noviembre de 2024, las ocho reuniones semanales se llevarán a cabo todos los jueves de 6 a 8 p.m. en la Estación de Policía #2, ubicada en el 177 de East Belt Boulevard.

Las clases cubrirán una variedad de temas que incluyen: introducción a los derechos constitucionales, cómo comportarse en los encuentros con la policía, prevención de delitos, resucitación cardiopulmonar, seguridad personal, análisis forense y procesamiento de escenas de crímenes, robo de identidad y violencia doméstica. 

 

La Academia Comunitaria de la Policía de Richmond es gratuita.  Cualquier persona interesada debe enviar un correo electrónico a jasmine.perez@rva.gov o llamar al (804) 646-5158 para registrarse.

 



Se pueden comunicar con Jasmine Pérez llamando a su oficina al (804) 646-5158, a su teléfono móvil (804) 750-9645, o por correo electrónico: jasmine.perez@rva.gov

New RPD Hispanic Liaison, Registration Open for 29th Hispanic Academy

New RPD Hispanic Liaison, Registration Open for 29th Hispanic Academy

 

The Richmond Police Department has named former police officer Jasmine Perez as the new Hispanic Liaison to help serve the community.

 

A proud 18-year veteran of RPD, Jasmine Perez has returned to the department in a non-sworn role as a Management Analyst Senior (Project Manager) for RPD’s Community, Youth and Intervention Services division, focusing on the police ride-along program, youth initiatives and the Hispanic Liaison mission.

 

A native of the Bronx in New York City and coming from a family of law enforcement, Jasmine moved to Richmond in 2006 and joined the department. Her brother and cousin followed her into the ranks of RPD.

 

“I am thrilled to continue serving the Richmond community as Hispanic Liaison,” said Jasmine Perez. “With Hispanic Heritage Month starting on September 15 – its perfect timing to advance our connections and provide even better access to services.”

 

As Hispanic Liaison, Perez will engage with the city’s Spanish-speaking population, breaking down barriers and providing avenues of service for the community. Perez will also work closely with the city’s Office of Immigrant and Refugee Engagement, which works to increase access to city and community-based services and resources, promotes education and civic participation. OIRE is also spearheading the city’s use of a new Language Line interpretation service which provides immediate interpretation of languages to provide better service to the entire Richmond community.

 

Jasmine Perez is also recruiting for the 29th Hispanic Citizen’s Academy! It starts on September 26 and ends on November 21, 2024. The eight weeks of classes will be held every Thursday from 6 - 8 p.m. at Second Precinct, 177 E. Belt Boulevard.

The classes will cover a variety of topics including introduction to constitutional rights, navigating police encounters, crime prevention, hands-only CPR, personal safety, forensics and processing of a crime scene, identity theft, and domestic violence. 

 

The RPD Hispanic Citizen’s Academy is free.  Anyone interested is asked to send an email to jasmine.perez@rva.gov or call (804) 646-5158 to register.

 



Jasmine Perez can be reached at her office (804) 646-5158, on her mobile phone (804) 750-9645 or by email: jasmine.perez@rva.gov

Monday, September 9, 2024

Advisory: Victim Identified in Broad Rock Boulevard Homicide Investigation

 

September 9, 2024    

 

Victim Identified in Broad Rock Boulevard Homicide Investigation

 

Richmond Police detectives have identified the victim of the homicide on Broad Rock Boulevard as Walter Anariva Ramos, 26, of Richmond.

                                      

Saturday at approximately 12:41 a.m., officers were called to the 1700 block of Broad Rock Boulevard for the report of a shooting. Officers arrived and located an adult male, Anariva Ramos, down on the ground with an apparent gunshot wound. He was pronounced dead at the scene.

 

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

 

Anyone with information about this homicide is asked to call Major Crimes Detective W. Hartley at (804) 646-4314 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.

Saturday, September 7, 2024

Advisory: Broad Rock Boulevard Homicide Investigation

   September 7, 2024    

 

Broad Rock Boulevard Homicide Investigation

                                       

Shortly after midnight at approximately 12:41 a.m., officers were called to the 1700 block of Broad Rock Boulevard for the report of a shooting. Officers arrived and located an adult male, down on the ground with an apparent gunshot wound. He was pronounced dead at the scene.

 

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

 

Anyone with information about this homicide is asked to call Major Crimes Detective W. Hartley at (804) 646-4314 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.

Tuesday, September 3, 2024

Victim Identified in West Baker Street Death Investigation

September 3, 2024 

 

Victim Identified in West Baker Street Death Investigation

                                       

Richmond Police detectives have identified the victim in the death investigation on West Baker Street as Marshall Fields, III, 41, of Richmond.

At approximately 2:56 p.m., August 30, officers were called to the 00 block of West Baker Street for the report of a trouble unknown. While officers were on their way to this location, the call was upgraded to a person stabbed. Officers arrived and found an adult male, Fields, down inside the building, with an apparent stab wound. He was transported 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 death investigation is asked to call Major Crimes Detective C. Weaver at (804) 646-6030 or call 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.

Missing Man Sought

 

September 3, 2024

Missing Man Sought

The Richmond Police Department is asking for the public’s help locating a Richmond man who has been reported missing by his family.

Aaron Hinton, 66, was last seen in mid-September of 2023. Family members are concerned for his safety.

Aaron Hinton is approximately 6’0 tall and weighs about 215 pounds. His photo is attached.

Anyone with information on the whereabouts of Aaron Hinton or the circumstances of his disappearance is asked to call Major Crimes Investigator C. Key at (804) 646-6764 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.


Victim Identified in Fairfield Avenue Homicide Investigation

Victim Identified in Fairfield Avenue Homicide Investigation

                                       

Richmond Police detectives have identified the victim in the homicide on Fairfield Avenue as Kennard Hall, 42, of Richmond.

At approximately 11:59 p.m., August 31, officers were called to the 2100 block of Fairfield Avenue for the report of a person shot. Officers arrived and found an adult male, Hall, down on the ground with an apparent gunshot wound. He was pronounced dead at the scene.

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

Anyone with information about this homicide is asked to call Major Crimes Detective M. Godwin at (804) 646-5533 or call 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 Treehaven Drive Homicide Investigation

September 3, 2024 


Victim Identified in Treehaven Drive Homicide Investigation


Richmond Police detectives have identified the victim in the homicide on Treehaven Drive as Arnaldo Melendez-Perez, 43, of Richmond.

At approximately 8:55 p.m., September 1, officers were called to the 1600 block of Treehaven Drive for the report of a person shot. Officers arrived and found an adult male, Melendez-Perez, down on the ground with an apparent gunshot wound. He was pronounced dead at the scene.

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

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

Monday, September 2, 2024

Treehaven Drive Homicide Investigation

September 2, 2024 

Treehaven Drive Homicide Investigation

Yesterday at approximately 8:55 p.m., officers were called to the 1600 block of Treehaven Drive for the report of a person shot. Officers arrived and found an adult male down on the ground with an apparent gunshot wound. He was pronounced dead at the scene.

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

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