Suspect in Attempted Robbery Sought

Suspect in Attempted Robbery Sought

Richmond Police detectives are asking for the public’s assistance in identifying the suspect in the attached photo who attempted a robbery at a business on North Arthur Ashe Boulevard this week.

At approximately 9 p.m. on Sunday, February 5, officers were called to the 3200 block of North Arthur Ashe Boulevard for the report of an attempted robbery. The employee reported the adult male entered the business and demanded money. The suspect, seen wearing a navy blue pea coat and knit cap in the photo, shouted at the employee and threatened harm by indicating he had a firearm concealed in his clothing. The suspect then fled the area on foot.

Anyone with information about the identity of this individual is asked to contact Fourth Precinct Detective S. Rawlings at (804) 646-3182 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.

Arrest Made, Victim Identified in East Broad Street Homicide

Arrest Made, Victim Identified in East Broad Street Homicide

Richmond Police detectives, with the assistance of the Henrico Police and VCU Police departments, have arrested a suspect in the homicide that occurred yesterday on East Broad Street.

Javaris Turner, 18, of Richmond, has been charged with malicious wounding and use of a firearm in the commission of a felony. Additional charges are pending. His booking photo is attached.

Yesterday at approximately 2:11 p.m., officers were called to the 300 block of East Broad Street for the report of a person shot. Officers arrived and located an adult male suffering from a gunshot wound, down and unresponsive on the north sidewalk of East Broad Street. He was pronounced dead at the scene. Detectives have identified him as Carlton Jackson, 36, of Richmond. An adult female also suffered a gunshot wound and she was transported to a local hospital with injuries that were not considered life threatening.

Detectives investigating the shootings identified a suspect vehicle that was involved and broadcast a description of the vehicle to officers. Yesterday, Henrico Police officers observed the vehicle in Henrico County and detained Turner.

“Partnerships with exemplary law enforcement agencies like Henrico Police and VCU Police are key to a safer Richmond and a safer region,” said Interim Chief Rick Edwards. “The rapid cooperation we received from the business community and the use of cutting-edge technology methods were also of paramount importance in this case. Law enforcement partners, community involvement, technology and dedicated RPD professionals were all vital factors which led to a swift arrest in this investigation.”

The investigation continues.

Anyone with further information about this incident is asked to contact Major Crimes Detective G. Sullivan at (804) 646-3929 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.  

 

East Broad Street Death Investigation, Aggravated Assault

East Broad Street Death Investigation, Aggravated Assault 

Today at approximately 2:11 p.m., officers were called to the 300 block of East Broad Street for the report of a person shot. Officers arrived and located an adult male suffering from a gunshot wound, down and unresponsive on the north sidewalk of East Broad Street. He was pronounced dead at the scene. An adult female also suffered a gunshot wound and she was transported to a local hospital with injuries that were not considered life threatening.

Detectives are attempting to locate witnesses. Detectives are also attempting to locate video to aid in their investigation. The VCU Police Department is assisting in this investigation.

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

Anyone with information about this incident is asked to contact Major Crimes Detective G. Sullivan at (804) 646-3929 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.

Missing Juvenile Sought

Missing Juvenile Sought 

The Richmond Police Department is asking for the public’s help in locating a Richmond juvenile female who has been reported missing by her family.

Elienia Mendez-Anaya, 14, was last seen on Sunday, February 5 between the hours of 1 and 3 a.m., leaving her residence near the 1000 block of East 16^th Street in the Blackwell neighborhood.

Mendez-Anaya is approximately 5’5” tall and weighs about 130 pounds. Her photo is attached.

She is believed to be in the company of an adult Hispanic male.

Anyone with information on the whereabouts of Mendez-Anaya is asked to call Major Crimes Detective 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. 

Victims Identified in St. Paul Street Homicide, Death Investigation

Victims Identified in St. Paul Street Homicide, Death Investigation

Richmond Police detectives have identified the two males who died after they were shot in an incident on St. Paul Street last month as Tyreese Robinson, 30, of Richmond, and Terry Brown, Jr., 25, of Richmond.

Detectives are investigating the shootings which led to both individuals succumbing to their injuries at a local hospital. Detectives have determined Brown, Jr. shot Robinson, making Robinson the third homicide victim in Richmond in 2023. Immediately after Robinson was shot, Brown Jr. was shot and individuals who were present fled the area.

At approximately 3:10 p.m., Friday, January 27, Richmond Police officers responded to the 1300 block of St. Paul Street after hearing gunfire in the area. They located one adult male, Brown Jr., with a gunshot wound. He was transported to a local hospital by ambulance. A second adult male, Robinson, arrived at the hospital also suffering from a gunshot wound.

The investigation continues.

Anyone with information about this incident is asked to call 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 South Kenmore Road Death Investigation Connected to Forest Hill Avenue Aggravated Assault

Victim Identified in South Kenmore Road Death Investigation Connected to Forest Hill Avenue Aggravated Assault

Richmond Police detectives have identified the victim in the death investigation on South Kenmore Road last month as Jaden Carter, 18, of Richmond.

At approximately 5:54 p.m. on Tuesday, January 24, officers were called to the 2100 block of South Kenmore Road for the report of a person shot. Officers located an adult male, Carter, who had suffered an apparent gunshot wound and was pronounced dead at the scene.

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

Officers were then called to the 7400 block of Forest Hill Avenue for the report of a person shot. Officers arrived and located an adult male suffering from an apparent gunshot wound. He was transported to a local hospital with an injury that was considered life threatening.

Detectives believe these incidents are related. The investigation continues.

Anyone with information about these incidents is asked to call Detective M. Young at (804) 646-3926 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.

Arrest Made in 2022 Laurel Street Double Shooting

Arrest Made in 2022 Laurel Street Double Shooting

Richmond Police detectives, in coordination with the VCU Police Department and with the assistance of the U.S. Marshal’s Regional Fugitive Task Force, have arrested a suspect in the double shooting on South Laurel Street last September.

Anthony Ford, Jr., 29, of Richmond, was arrested this morning in Richmond without incident. He has been charged with attempted murder x2 and use of a firearm in the commission of a felony. His booking photo is attached.

Ford and another unknown male were the subjects of an RPD advisory last October which showed video and still photos of the pair in an attempt to identify the suspects. The second male has not yet been identified and detectives are again asking for the public’s assistance to identify him. His photo is also attached.

At approximately 8:09 p.m. on Monday, September 5, 2022, officers were called to the 200 block of South Laurel Street for the report of a shooting. Officers arrived and found two adult males who were suffering from apparent gunshot wounds. They were transported to a local hospital with injuries that were not considered life threatening.

Witnesses reported the unidentified male in the below photo assaulted a female at the scene followed by Ford, Jr. shooting the victims.

“We are proud to partner with outstanding agencies throughout our region in the pursuit of public safety,” said RPD Interim Chief Rick Edwards. “The VCU Police Department is a valued law enforcement agency within the city which contributes greatly to the overall mission of safety in Richmond – and the U.S. Marshals are without peer in their expertise, dedication and effectiveness. Working together, we will continue to advance public safety for all.”

"We're thankful for the Richmond Police Department's diligent work in this case," VCU Police Chief John Venuti said. "The shooting occurred within blocks of VCU's Monroe Park Campus, which caused a great deal of concern in our community. We are relieved that this individual is now in custody and will continue to support the investigation in any way we can."

Anyone with further information about these shootings or anyone who can identify the second suspect is asked to call Major Crimes Detective G. Sullivan at (804) 646-3929 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.

Anthony Ford, Jr.

RPD attempting to identify