Arrest Made in Fatal Hit and Run

The Richmond Police Department has made an arrest in this morning’s fatal hit and run that occurred on Hull Street Road.

At approximately 2:13 p.m., officers were called to the 5500 block of Hull Street Road for the report of a hit and run. Officers arrived and found an adult male pedestrian down and unresponsive in the roadway. He was pronounced dead at the scene.

The RPD Special Operations Division Crash Team was called to the scene and investigated. Investigators gathered information and determined a vehicle traveling eastbound struck the pedestrian in the roadway and the driver of the vehicle left the scene. A description of a suspect vehicle was broadcast to officers and the suspect vehicle was located nearby.

Edin Barrera Reynozo, 34, of Richmond, was arrested and has been charged with felony hit and run and driving under the influence. Other charges are pending. His booking photo is attached.

Information about the victim is not yet available for release.

Anyone with further information about this hit and run is asked to call Crash Team Investigator D. Olson at (804) 646-1664 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.

Midlothian Turnpike Death Investigation

At approximately 6:33 p.m., officers were called to the 4000 block of Midlothian Turnpike for the report of a person shot. Officers arrived and located an adult male in an apartment down and unresponsive from an apparent gunshot wound. He was pronounced dead at the scene.

The Medical Examiner will determine cause and manner of death.

Anyone with information about this death investigation is asked to call Major Crimes Detective J. Crewell at (804) 646-5324 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.

Homicide Suspect Arrested, Fentanyl and Firearms Seize

Detectives with the Richmond Police Special Investigations Division, and with the Virginia State Police, arrested a homicide suspect and seized fentanyl, firearms and cash after executing a search warrant last night in Richmond.

Tod’Quan Jones, 21, of Richmond, was arrested and charged with possession of fentanyl with the intent to distribute, weapons violations, and possession of a firearm by a convicted felon. Other charges are pending. A booking photo of Jones and a photo of the seized items is attached.

Jones is a suspect in the shooting homicide of Keyron Haskins on June 15, 2021 in the 2300 block of Bethel Street.

Seized items included over two pounds of fentanyl and assault-style weapons.

“This dangerous individual posed a threat to everyone in the city and the region – and thanks to the excellent work by RPD detectives and the Virginia State Police – he is now in custody,” said RPD Chief Gerald M. Smith. “Fentanyl is a deadly narcotic responsible for many overdose deaths – and this enormous amount of the drug is now no longer on the streets and a threat to our community.”

MEDIA: Major Ronnie Armstead is available for interviews this afternoon.

Arrest Made in Hit and Run of RPD Officer

Warning Against Aggressive Driving 

The Richmond Police Department’s Hit and Run Unit has made an arrest in the hit and run of a police officer that occurred in the 1300 block of West Broad Street on Monday, January 24 at 5:13 p.m.

Jacob Terry McClung, 22 year old male, of Prince George, Virginia has been charged with: (booking photo below)

• Felony hit and run
• Felony elude
• Reckless driving
• Numerous traffic offenses

McClung is currently being held without bond at the Richmond Justice Center.

Just after 5 p.m., Monday, Richmond Police responded to a report of aggressive driving by a group of motorcycles on West Broad Street.  Once on scene, officers attempted to stop the motorcycles, which fled from the police vehicles.  While fleeing, one of the motorcycles struck a uniformed police officer.  The officer was transported to a local hospital for treatment of their injuries and was released that evening.

The motorcycle driver left the scene of the crash on foot.  Richmond Police Department Detectives with the Hit and Run Unit identified the driver of the motorcycle involved in the crash. The driver was taken into custody on Thursday, January 26 in Hopewell, Virginia by members of the U.S. Marshals Fugitive Task Force.

“We are fortunate that no one died in this incident”, said Chief of Police Gerald M. Smith. “Joy riding and endangering the lives of others by reckless driving on the city streets of Richmond will not be tolerated. There are serious charges associated with this behavior and you will be charged appropriately”.

Any witnesses or anyone with information is asked to call RPD Hit and Run Detective Drago at (804) 646-1369 or contact Crime Stoppers at (804) 780-1000 with anonymous tips.

Suspect Sought in Liquor Store Burglary

Richmond Police detectives are asking for the public’s assistance in identifying the individual in the photos and video who burgled a liquor store last week.

Friday at approximately 5:15 a.m., the male suspect broke the glass portion of a door at the ABC store in the 00 block of North Thompson Street. The individual entered the store and stole several bottles of liquor, including tequila and cognac. As seen in the video, he stumbled over a bottle of tequila he had placed on the floor as he was departing. The video can be seen here:

https://www.dropbox.com/s/sb9loblx55kc2r0/Suspect%20in%20Liquor%20Burglary.mp4?dl=0

Anyone with information about the identity of this suspect is asked to call Third Precinct Detective H. Truong at (804) 646-1067 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.

Officer Struck by Motorcycle as Part of Group Traveling on West Broad Street

This evening, at approximately 5:04p.m., Richmond Police officers responded to the report of aggressive driving by a group of motorcycles near the intersection of Broad and Terminal. Once on scene, the officer began directing traffic and at approximately 5:13p.m., in the 1300 block of West Broad Street, the officer was struck head on by a motorcycle within the pack.

The driver left the scene and the officer was transported to a local hospital by an RPD officer where he is now being evaluated and treated for a head injury.

The driver of one of the motorcycles traveling within the group, an adult male, was later stopped in Henrico then transported back to Richmond where he is currently being detained and questioned with traffic related charges pending.

Statement by Mayor Levar Stoney:
This brave officer put himself in harm’s way to protect the residents of our city. This incident is a reminder of the challenges our first responders face every day and the sacrifices they are willing to make to serve and protect us.

I am grateful that the officer survived this potentially deadly encounter and ask you to join me in wishing him a speedy recovery from his injuries.

Statement by Richmond Police Chief, Gerald M. Smith:
What happened this evening was a despicable and cowardly act that will not be tolerated. Our RPD family stands with this officer and his family. We are grateful for the way our men and women work every day to protect this community, despite the risks they face.

Anyone with information about this incident is asked to call RPD Detective V. Griffith at (804) 646-1718 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.

Robbery Arrest from In-Person Transaction, Safe Exchange Zones Provided for Public Safety

Use Caution When Meeting for Transactions

At approximately 6:50 p.m. last Friday, officers were called to the 1800 block of Mansion Avenue for the report of an armed person. Upon arrival officers determined that a robbery had taken place. A family reported they arrived to the location to buy an iPhone 11 as listed on Facebook Marketplace when they were robbed by an armed male who stole their mobile phone and cash. There were no injuries. First Precinct detectives investigated and, with the assistance of Second Precinct officers, quickly made an arrest.

Completing online transactions with unknown parties in person can present security challenges. Every day, people within our community are buying, selling or swapping items through the use of websites such as LetGo, OfferUp, Facebook Marketplace or Craigslist. While the vast majority of those offline exchanges are completed without incident, internet exchange-related activities can present the potential for threats including theft, robbery and other violent crimes.

For the safety of residents within our community, the Richmond Police Department is asking residents to exercise caution when initiating in-person meetings from online activity, to heed safety tips, and to consider using “Safe Exchange Zones” for completing transactions.

RPD safe exchange zones are marked areas in the parking lots of Second Precinct, 177 E. Belt Blvd. and Fourth Precinct, 2219 Chamberlayne Ave., with security cameras positioned in the parking lot of each building. Safe exchange zones should be considered when meeting unknown persons for transactions. These areas are recorded around the clock and this video is beneficial to detectives should a criminal investigation become necessary.

RPD recommends these safety tips:

• Stay alert;
• Use a Safe Exchange Zone;
• Meet during the daytime, not at night;
• Bring someone with you to the exchange, and;
• Meet in a public place with other people nearby.

 

Media outlets: Lt. Brereton of RPD First precinct is available for interviews. Please contact for availability.