Suspect Sought in Theft of Firearm from Motor Vehicle

December 28, 2020

Richmond Police detectives are asking for the public’s help to identify the individual in the attached photos, who is suspected of stealing a firearm and gifts from a motor vehicle on Christmas Eve.

At approximately 11:30 a.m. on December 24, 2020, the male suspect stole a motor vehicle left running in the 700 block of Everett Street. The vehicle was later found in an assigned parking space at an apartment complex in the 1200 block of Semmes Avenue. The owner of the parking space had the vehicle towed. The suspect stole Christmas presents and a handgun from the vehicle.

This theft occurred in the Old Town Manchester neighborhood and in the past 10 days, there have been five other firearms stolen from vehicles in the surrounding area (RPD’s First Precinct).

Detectives want to remind citizens of RPD’s ongoing “Lock It or Lose It” campaign.  Taking a few small precautions can help secure a vehicle and prevent crimes of opportunity such as motor vehicle theft or theft from motor vehicles: 

• Lock car doors.  Regardless of where it’s parked, lock up and keep valuables out of sight.
• Never leave keys inside the car. It makes the vehicle an easy target.
• Don’t leave a running vehicle unattended, even for a few minutes.
• Never leave firearms in your vehicle unsecured.

Anyone with information about the identity of this suspect is asked to call First Precinct Detective T. Wilson at (804) 646-0672 or contact 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 Theft of Services, Assault

December 28, 2020

Richmond Police detectives are asking for the public’s help to identify the individual in the attached photos and video (video link at bottom) who is suspected of assault as she left a business without paying for services this month.

At approximately 8:10 p.m. on Friday, December 11, a male and a female employee of a store in downtown Richmond reported the adult female in the photos and video attempted to leave the premises without paying for services and assaulted an employee at the front door before running out the back exit.

Images of the employees have been blurred in the video.

Anyone with information about the identity of this suspect is asked to call Fourth Precinct Detective P. Cho at (804) 646-2939 or contact Crime Stoppers at (804) 780-1000. The P3 Tips Crime Stoppers app for smartphones may also be used.  All Crime Stoppers methods are anonymous.

VIDEO: https://www.dropbox.com/s/gkaz9dlm3058a6h/Assault%20suspect.mp4?dl=0

Missing Man Found, Death Investigation Initiated

December 19, 2020

The Richmond Police Department has located David Yeatts, a male who had been reported missing this week, in the 1700 block of German School Road. He was pronounced dead at the scene. No foul play is suspected.

The Medical Examiner will determine cause and manner of death.

Detectives asked for the public’s assistance in locating Yeatts, who was last seen leaving Chippenham Hospital the evening of December 6, 2020. He had suffered from a medical condition.

Anyone with further information is asked to call Detective Sergeant M. Mocello at (804) 814-4233 or contact Crime Stoppers at (804) 780-1000.

 

Suspect Sought in Commercial Armed Robbery on Hull Street Road

December 18, 2020

Suspect Sought in Commercial Armed Robbery on Hull Street Road

Richmond Police detectives are asking for the public’s help to identify the individual in the attached photo, who is the suspect in a commercial armed robbery that occurred this morning.

At approximately 4:38 a.m., the Department of Emergency Communications received a call for a panic/duress alarm at the Fas Mart located at 5200 Hull Street Road. When officers arrived on scene, the store clerk stated the business was robbed at gunpoint by an unknown suspect. The suspect demanded money from the cash registers and then fled on foot. No injuries were reported.

The suspect is described as a 30 to 35-year-old male and approximately 5’ 8” to 5’ 10” with a medium build. He was last seen wearing a blue disposable face mask, a black beanie under a black hooded jacket, black pants, dark-colored shoes, and clear disposable gloves. He also had a white towel folded up underneath his arm.

Anyone with information about his identity is asked to call Second Precinct Detective S. Eacho at (804) 646-8171 or contact Crime Stoppers at (804) 780-1000.  The P3 Tips Crime Stoppers app for smartphones may also be used.  All Crime Stoppers methods are anonymous.

Missing Woman and Man Found in Double Homicide, Arrest Made

December 16, 2020

The Richmond Police Department has made an arrest in the double homicide of a woman and man who detectives were seeking after the pair were discovered dead this afternoon.

Trevon Powell, a male in his 20’s and son of the missing woman, was arrested today after detectives discovered Sandra Powell-Wyche and her husband, Curtis Wyche dead from apparent gunshot wounds after detectives conducted a search of their residence in the 4300 block of Chamberlayne Avenue.

The Medical Examiner will determine cause and manner of death.

Powell has been charged with homicide and use of a firearm in the commission of a felony. Additional charges are pending. His photo will be released when it is available.

Earlier today, detectives released an advisory asking for the public’s assistance in locating Powell-Wyche and Wyche after their initial missing persons investigation yielded information that indicated the pair were possibly in danger.

Anyone with further information is asked to call Detective J. Larry at (804) 646-5896 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.

Missing Richmond Woman and Man Sought

 

December 16, 2020

The Richmond Police Department is asking for the public’s help to locate a missing woman, Sandra Powell-Wyche and her husband, Curtis Wyche. Detectives believe both individuals could be in danger. Their photos are attached.

Powell-Wyche, 49, was last seen at her work on Monday, December 14 in the 1600 block of Westbrook Avenue. Officers responded to her residence in the 4300 block of Chamberlayne Avenue yesterday evening after she did not show up for work. She is approximately 5’7” tall and weighs approximately 260 pounds.

Curtis Wyche was last seen at his residence in the 4300 block of Chamberlayne Avenue on Sunday, December 13. He is 36 years old, 6’ tall and weighs approximately 170 pounds.

Anyone with information on their whereabouts is asked to call Detective J. Larry at (804) 646-5896 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 Concord Avenue Homicide

December 14, 2020

Richmond Police detectives have identified the victim in Saturday’s homicide on Concord Avenue as Allen Frazier, a male in his fifties.

At approximately 10:43 a.m. on Saturday, December 12, officers responded to the 2300 block of Concord Avenue for the report of a person down. Officers arrived and located Allen Frazier unresponsive, suffering from an apparent gunshot wound on the steps of a residence. He was pronounced at the scene.

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

Anyone with information is asked to call Major Crimes Detective G. Russell at (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.