Arrest Made in No Limit Towing Investigation

Arrest Made in No Limit Towing Investigation

The suspect in an investigation of fraud and motor vehicle thefts via a tow company, subject of a search warrant and press conference announcement last week, has been arrested.

Sherral Crawley, 42, of Chesterfield, surrendered to Richmond Police detectives yesterday without incident at the Richmond Justice Center. She has been charged with motor vehicle theft x16 and obtaining money by false pretenses. Her booking photo is attached.

On Friday, August 11, the Richmond Police Department and agents from the Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles served a search warrant on No Limit Towing and Recovery, located at 4505 Richmond Highway, as a result of an investigation dating back to December 2022.

A press conference was held following the search alerting the public to the investigation and attempts to locate Crawley.

“This investigation is a result of months and months of research, interviews, meticulous follow-up by detectives and collaboration and work by our partner, DMV, that brings an end to this criminal behavior,” said Chief Rick Edwards. “I commend the RPD officers and detectives whose dedicated work resulted in these charges.”

Since the press event announcing the search, several victims have come forward reporting similar thefts regarding towing companies. If you or someone you know believes you have been a victim of vehicle theft by a towing company, please call Richmond Police Detective Sergeant Castrinos at (804) 646-1144.

Creighton Road Aggravated Assault

 

August 18, 2023           

Creighton Road Aggravated Assault

Yesterday, at approximately 4:05 p.m., officers responded to the 2000 block of Creighton Road for the report of a shooting.  Once on scene, officers located an adult male suffering from an apparent gunshot wound. He was transported to a local hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.

Anyone with information about this shooting is asked to 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.

Reward Offered by Family of Homicide Victim

Reward Offered by Family of Homicide Victim

A $2,000 reward is being offered by the family of homicide victim Jeremiah Darden to try to encourage those with knowledge of the shooting to provide information.

 

Darden was shot and killed in September 2020 while walking in the 00 block of East Blake Lane. He was alone when one suspect, began to open fire, striking Darden several times.

 

The family of Jeremiah Darden has continued to partner with The Richmond Police Department as we investigate the homicide of their loved one. The family has offered the $2,000 reward in hopes that someone will provide information that will lead to a conviction for the murder.

 

The lead detective and Jeremiah Darden’s father, Mustafa Darden, are available for interviews. Contact RPD Public Affairs at (804) 646-0607.

 

 

To better understand the details of the investigation a video has been produced and is available to view here:

https://youtu.be/yiT47FvYHMk

 

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Quick Arrest Made in North Lombardy Street Shooting

Quick Arrest Made in North Lombardy Street Shooting

Following the rapid work by Richmond Police Department patrol officers who responded to a shooting on North Lombardy Street this morning, a quick apprehension was made and detectives have charged the suspect.

Quasia Hayes, 22, of Richmond, has been charged with attempted murder and use of a firearm in the commission of a felony. Her booking photo is attached.

At approximately 11:01 a.m., officers were called to the 900 block of North Lombardy Street for the report of a shooting. Officers arrived and found in the business at that location an adult female who had suffered an apparent gunshot wound. She received treatment at the scene for an injury that was not considered life threatening.

The patrol officers gathered information, developed a suspect description and coordinated their efforts to locate and arrest the suspect.

“This is outstanding work by Fourth Precinct patrol officers who were able to make an apprehension within minutes of the shooting,” said Chief Rick Edwards. “Quick response from experienced officers executing strategic and coordinated efforts made this fast arrest possible.”

Anyone with further information about this shooting is asked to call Major Crimes Detective L. Burrell at (804) 646-3185 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.

Fatal Collision on North Arthur Ashe Boulevard

Fatal Collision on North Arthur Ashe Boulevard

At approximately 8:51 a.m., officers were called to North Arthur Ashe Boulevard for the report of a collision. Officers arrived and found an adult male, who was the sole occupant of a motorcycle, had collided with a flatbed truck at the intersection with Avenue of Champions. The male was pronounced dead at the scene. The operator of the truck remained on scene.

The Richmond Police Department Crash Team responded. Investigators have determined the truck was turning left, northbound, on North Arthur Ashe Boulevard when the motorcycle, traveling southbound, struck the truck in the southbound lane.

North Arthur Ashe Boulevard was closed in both directions to accommodate the investigation.

The investigation continues.

Anyone with information about this collision is asked to contact Crash Team Investigator J. Ozolins at (804) 646-8671 or Crime Stoppers at (804) 780-1000. The P3 Tips Crime Stoppers app for smartphones may also be used.  All Crime Stoppers methods are anonymous.

Victim Identified in Garber Street Homicide

Victim Identified in Garber Street Homicide

Richmond Police detectives have identified the victim of a homicide on Garber Street on Monday as Aiden Minor, 18, of Henrico.

On Monday at approximately 7:19 p.m., officers were called to the 1200 block of Garber Street for the report of random gunfire. Officers arrived and found an adult male, Minor, down and unresponsive in a side yard of a residence suffering from an apparent gunshot wound. He was pronounced dead at the scene.

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

Anyone with information about this homicide is asked to call Detective G. Russell at (804) 646-7715 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.

Suspect Sought for Conspiracy to Commit Murder

 

August 11, 2023

 

Suspect Sought for Conspiracy to Commit Murder

Richmond Police detectives are asking for the public’s assistance in locating Domishek Forbes, 28, of Richmond, who is a suspect in a homicide that occurred last month.  His photo is attached. 

At approximately 9:24 p.m. on Monday, July 3, officers were called to the 1900 block of Raven Street for a report of a shooting. Officers arrived and located a vehicle that had gone off the road and into the woods at the intersection of Raven and Ford Streets. Officers found the sole occupant of the vehicle, Darryl Jordan, Jr., in the driver’s seat.  He had suffered a gunshot wound and was pronounced dead at the scene.

Anyone with information about this individual or homicide is asked to call Detective M. Gouldman at (804) 646-3915 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.