Monday, March 23, 2026

Decatur Street Homicide

Decatur Street Homicide

Yesterday at approximately 6:08 p.m., officers were called to the intersection of East 11th and Hull streets for the report of a shooting. Officers arrived and found a juvenile male down and unresponsive in the intersection. The male, 15, of Richmond, had suffered apparent gunshot wounds and was transported to a local hospital where yesterday he succumbed to his injuries.

Major Crimes detectives are investigating and have determined the shooting occurred in the 1000 block of Decatur Street. The investigation continues.

Anyone with information about this homicide is asked to call Major Crimes Detective B. Plaskett at (804) 646-3431 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.