Montrose Avenue Aggravated Assault x2

 

March 30, 2026

Montrose Avenue Aggravated Assault x2

On Sunday, March 29, 2026, at approximately 9:46 p.m., Richmond Police officers responded to the 3600 block of Montrose Avenue for a report of a person shot.

Once on scene, officers located one victim, and the other had already been self-transported to a local hospital. One adult male sustained life-threatening injuries.

A 17-year-old male sustained injuries that are believed to be non-life-threatening.

This remains under investigation.

The Richmond Police Department is reminding parents and teens that large gatherings hosted at short-term rental properties, including Airbnb locations, can pose serious safety risks. These events are often unsupervised and may lead to dangerous situations.

As spring break continues, RPD urges families to make safe choices and avoid attending or hosting these types of parties.

Anyone with information related to this incident is asked to contact Detective G. Sullivan at (804) 646-3929 or Crime Stoppers at (804) 780-1000. Tips may also be submitted through the P3 app. All Crime Stoppers reporting methods are anonymous.

Advisory: Arrest Made in Decatur Street Homicide Investigation

 March 26, 2026

 

Arrest Made in Decatur Street Homicide Investigation

 

Richmond Police detectives have made an arrest in the homicide that occurred last Sunday on Decatur Street.

 

Juvenile male, 16, of Richmond, was arrested yesterday and was charged with first degree murder, use of a firearm in the commission of a felony, and possession of a firearm by juvenile.

 

At approximately 6:08 p.m., Sunday, March 22 officers were called to the intersection of East 11^th and Hull streets for the report of a shooting. Officers arrived and found a juvenile male down and unresponsive in the intersection. The male, 15, of Richmond, had suffered apparent gunshot wounds and was transported to a local hospital where he succumbed to his injuries.

 

Major Crimes detectives have determined the shooting occurred in the 1000 block of Decatur Street.

 

Anyone with information about this homicide is asked to call Major Crimes Detective B. Plaskett at (804) 646-3431 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.

11 Charged, Two Vehicles Impounded, Exhibition Driving Code Enforced

11 Charged, Two Vehicles Impounded, Exhibition Driving Code Enforced

As a result of coordinated enforcement efforts among regional law enforcement agencies to combat reckless drivers this past weekend, the Richmond Police Department charged 11 individuals and impounded two vehicles. One vehicle was impounded due to the utilization of Virginia’s exhibition driving statute.

Under Virginia Code § 46.2-865, exhibition driving occurs when a driver intentionally operates a vehicle in a manner meant to show off – including burnouts, donuts, rapid acceleration, or other attention-seeking maneuvers on public roadways or in parking areas.

On Saturday evening, groups of drivers gathered vehicles at multiple locations throughout Richmond, engaging in reckless driving behavior that endangered the public. Through coordinated information-sharing and enforcement efforts involving the Richmond Police Department, Chesterfield County Police, Henrico County Police, VCU Police, the Hanover County Sheriff’s Office, and the Virginia State Police, RPD officers conducted 11 traffic stops involving cars and motorcycles and charged for multiple violations, including:

 

·         12 traffic violations

·         10 misdemeanor charges: hit-and-run, reckless driving charges, driving on a suspended license, and obstruction of justice

·         1 felony charge: possession of a firearm by a convicted felon

·         Exhibition driving violation resulting in the impoundment of one vehicle

 

Virginia Code § 46.2-865 authorizes the impoundment of vehicles used in exhibition driving for up to 20 days. Drivers are responsible for all towing and storage costs associated with vehicle recovery, in addition to any court-imposed penalties.

 

“This law provides officers with a proactive tool to address dangerous driving behavior before it results in crashes, injuries, or large-scale disruptions, and RPD will continue to use it to combat reckless driving,” said Richmond Police Chief Rick Edwards. “This should serve as a warning: if you gather to drive recklessly and create unsafe conditions for motorists, pedestrians, and businesses, your vehicle can be impounded.”

Decatur Street Homicide

Decatur Street Homicide

Yesterday at approximately 6:08 p.m., officers were called to the intersection of East 11^th and Hull streets for the report of a shooting. Officers arrived and found a juvenile male down and unresponsive in the intersection. The male, 15, of Richmond, had suffered apparent gunshot wounds and was transported to a local hospital where yesterday he succumbed to his injuries.

Major Crimes detectives are investigating and have determined the shooting occurred in the 1000 block of Decatur Street. The investigation continues.

Anyone with information about this homicide is asked to call Major Crimes Detective B. Plaskett at (804) 646-3431 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 North Monroe Homicide Investigation

Victim Identified in North Monroe Homicide Investigation

Richmond Police detectives have identified the victim in the shooting on North Monroe Street on Friday as Lamar Butler, 25, of Richmond.

At approximately 11:39 p.m., officers heard gunshots while on patrol near the intersection of West Broad and North Monroe streets. Officers responded to the 300 block of North Monroe Street and found a male, Butler, down and unresponsive with apparent gunshot wounds. He was transported to a local hospital where he succumbed to his injuries.

Detectives with the RPD Major Crimes division are continuing to investigate and are not currently seeking anyone for this shooting.

Anyone with information about this homicide is asked to call Major Crimes Detective K. Hyde at (804) 646-3613 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 St. Peter Street Death Investigation

 

March 18, 2026

Victim Identified in St. Peter Street Death Investigation

Last night at approximately 9:41 p.m., Richmond Police Department officers were called to the 1300 block of St. Peter Street for the report of a shooting. Officers arrived and located an adult male, Markese Callahan-Davis, 18, of Richmond, down suffering from an apparent gunshot wound. Callahan was transported to a local hospital, where lifesaving measures were performed, but he later succumbed to his injuries.

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

Detectives with the RPD Major Crimes unit responded and interviewed individuals. Investigators are not looking for any suspects at this time.

Anyone with information about this death investigation is asked to call Major Crimes Detective A. Darnell at (804) 646-3927 or call Crime Stoppers at (804) 780-1000. The P3 app may also be used. All Crime Stoppers reporting methods are anonymous.

RPD Command Staff Walk in the McGuire Neighborhood

RPD Command Staff Walk in the McGuire Neighborhood

 

WHAT:            Richmond Police Department Command Staff Community Walk

 

WHEN:            5 p.m., TODAY, March 18

 

WHERE:          The meeting location will be at 3700 block of McGuire Drive, at 5 p.m.

 

Richmond Police Department command staff and Second Precinct officers will walk in Sector 211 with collaborating public safety partners to interact with residents and offer crime prevention tips. Sector 212 Lieutenant David Cuffley and participants will engage residents to better understand their needs and hear their concerns and suggestions for improvements in public safety. Residents will receive crime prevention tips to combat theft of/from motor vehicles and quality of life.

 

BACKGROUND:    

This walk is part of a series as the RPD Command Staff walks and talks with residents and business owners throughout the various city precincts, which has been a longstanding tradition of the department. The RPD is committed to cultivating opportunities for open dialogue and building relationships with citizens that extend beyond the response to emergencies. 

 

Media is invited to attend.