Advisory: Suspects Sought in Commercial Burglary Investigation

 

April 3, 2025             

 

Suspects Sought in Commercial Burglary Investigation

 

Richmond Police detectives are asking for the public’s assistance in identifying these individuals in these photos. These individuals are persons of interest in a commercial burglary investigation.

 

Third Precinct detectives are investigating a commercial burglary that occurred at a local business located in the 2700 block of West Cary Street.

 

Yesterday at approximately 5:18 a.m., two unknown individuals were captured on a store surveillance camera forcing their way inside the locked business. Once inside, the suspects stole over two-thousand dollars’ worth of tobacco products. The suspects then left the area in an unknown direction. Photos attached.

 

Anyone with information about the identity of these individuals is asked to call Third Precinct Detective D. Holmes at (804) 646-1165 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.

 

    

North 1st Street Death Investigation

North 1^st Street Death Investigation

At approximately 5:26 p.m., officers were called to the 1100 block of North 1^st Street for the report of a shooting. Officers arrived and located a juvenile female, 15, outside of a residence, suffering from an apparent gunshot wound. She was transported to a local hospital where she succumbed to her injuries.

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

Detectives are investigating and have determined a known person was with the juvenile at the time of the shooting and has been detained as part of this investigation. Detectives are not looking for other involved individuals at this time.

Anyone with information about this death investigation 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.

 

 

Advisory: Victim Identified in Chamberlayne Avenue Homicide Investigation, Aggravated Assault

  April 1, 2025           

  Victim Identified in Chamberlayne Avenue Homicide Investigation,

  Aggravated Assault                                       

Richmond Police detectives have identified the victim in the homicide on Chamberlayne Avenue as Lamont Hawley-Barrow, 24, of Richmond. 

Yesterday at approximately 6:32 p.m., officers were called to the 4900 block of Chamberlayne Avenue for the report of a shooting. Officers arrived and located an adult male, Hawley-Barrow, down on the ground suffering from gunshot wounds. He was transported to a local hospital where he succumbed to his injuries.

A second victim, an adult female, arrived at a local hospital in a private vehicle. She had suffered an apparent gunshot wound, which was not considered to be life threatening. 

Detectives have determined that the two victims were shot while at the same location.

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

Anyone with information about this homicide is asked to call Major Crimes Detective P. Mansfield at (804) 646-6996 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.

Motorcyclist Identified in Fatal Crash

Motorcyclist Identified in Fatal Crash

The Richmond Police Department Crash Team has identified the motorcyclist in the single-vehicle collision yesterday on Broad Rock Boulevard as Kevin Hernandez, 26, of Richmond.

At approximately 11:16 a.m., officers were called to the 1200 block of Broad Rock Boulevard for the report of motorcycle that collided with a utility pole. Officers arrived and found the adult male rider, Hernandez, down and unresponsive. He was pronounced dead at the scene.

The RPD Crash Team responded to the scene and is investigating. Investigators have determined that the speed of the motorcycle was a factor in the crash.

Anyone with further information about this incident is asked to contact RPD Crash Team Investigator J. Ozolins at (804) 646-8671 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.

Arrest Made, Victim Identified in Coalter Street Homicide

Arrest Made, Victim Identified in Coalter Street Homicide

Richmond Police detectives have made an arrest in the Coalter Street homicide investigation and have identified the victim as Darnell Christian, 63, of Richmond.

On Friday at approximately 6:11 p.m., officers were called to the 1500 block of Coalter Street for the report of a person shot. Officers arrived and located an adult male, Christian, down on the ground, suffering from an apparent gunshot wound. He was transported to a local hospital where he succumbed to his injuries.

Officers and detectives were assisted by the RPD Capitol City Intelligence Center staff, who were able to review video from the area of the shooting to identify the suspect, suspect vehicle, direction of travel and vehicle tag information. This information was broadcast to patrol officers and shared with regional law enforcement.

Henrico Police, with assistance of the Virginia State Police, made a traffic stop of the suspect vehicle and detained the driver, the sole occupant, before transporting him to RPD.

RPD detectives have charged Tommy Moore, 56, of Henrico, with murder and use of a firearm in the commission of a felony. His booking photo is attached.

“We see in this rapid, successful investigation several critical components working together,” said Chief Rick Edwards. “CCIC staff providing suspect information to the field in real time not only demonstrates the benefits of leveraging technology, but it also validates the investment in staffing that unit, which helps reduce risks to the public through fast arrests. Of course, the excellent work by regional law enforcement partners Henrico Police and the Virginia State Police were also instrumental in the speedy resolution.”

Anyone with further information about this homicide is asked to call Major Crimes Detective A. Darnell at (804) 646-3927 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 East Main Street Death Investigation

Victim Identified in East Main Street Death Investigation

Richmond Police detectives are investigating a fatal shooting that occurred on Sunday morning in Shockoe Bottom and have identified the victim as Shamar Trimmer, 29, of Henrico.

On Sunday at approximately 3:30 a.m., officers were called to a parking lot in the 1800 block of East Main Street for the report of a person shot. Officers arrived and located an adult male, Trimmer, down on the ground with an apparent gunshot wound. Virginia State Police troopers were first on scene and, with assistance of RPD officers, provided first aid before the victim was transported to a local hospital where he succumbed to his injuries.

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

Detectives are investigating the possibility of an argument among individuals in the parking lot resulting in multiple individuals firing weapons and Trimmer being shot.

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.

RPD Adopts Device for Brief Control of Non-Compliant Individuals Without Use of Force

RPD Adopts Device for Brief Control of Non-Compliant Individuals Without Use of Force

 

The Richmond Police Department has trained and equipped officers to use a new device that allows for brief control of non-compliant individuals.

 

The BolaWrap 150 Remote Restraint Device (pictured) is a handheld tool designed to be used as a method to control from a distance a non-compliant individual in instances when the officer would be justified in handcuffing the subject but doing so could escalate into a struggle which could cause harm to the subject or the officer.

 

The device deploys a Kevlar cord with weighted anchors designed to wrap around a subject’s body to temporarily limit their mobility and ability to cause harm to themselves or another. Officers will immediately apply handcuffs to the subject and remove the cord and anchors, when possible.

 

“This technology will allow for the safe control of a subject without a use of force,” said Chief Rick Edwards. “This reduces the likelihood that officers would need to escalate their response to higher levels of force to control a situation. It allows for safer outcomes for all.”

 

When practical, the officer will loudly announce “Bola, Bola, Bola” before deploying the device. The deployment produces a loud bang sound as the cord and anchors wrap around the subject – but is designed not to cause injury.

 

A video of Chief Edwards and Major Ronnie Armstead being wrapped by deployment of the device can be found here: https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fi/hnz1fbwnnahuqbh4wim9k/BolaWrap-Demonstration.mp4?rlkey=7f18t7fjtmjxki99ibxe54jy3&st=2eytawep&dl=0