Police Arrest Driver in Fatal East Main Street Hit-and-Run
A 47-year-old man faces a felony hit-and-run charge after a 75-year-old folk singer was struck by a car in Richmond.
Richmond Crime News
This page covers law enforcement activity, public safety initiatives, justice system developments and local criminal incidents. Reporting takes in the policies that guide officials and the events that impact the security of the area.
Violence
Richmond Vigil Honors Domestic Violence Victims
Advocacy groups gathered at Libby Hill Park to support survivors and mark Domestic Violence Awareness Month.
Drug Crime
North Chesterfield Man Sentenced for Meth Trafficking
A 33-year-old man received an 11-year prison sentence following a federal investigation into methamphetamine distribution.
Law Enforcement
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VCU Police Arrest Suspect Following Campus Shooting
Authorities apprehended an individual for unlawful firearm possession after an incident near a Richmond residence hall.
Accidents
Police Identify Man Found Dead Near Interstate 95
Virginia State Police are seeking public assistance to reach the relatives of a 74-year-old man discovered in Richmond.
Property Crime
Van Crashes into Richmond West End Thrift Store
A vehicle rammed through the side wall of the local store, forcing a temporary closure for building repairs.
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Coverage takes in criminal investigations, judicial proceedings, public safety policy changes and law enforcement operations. It reaches across the city and the communities around it. Reporting often follows seasonal fluctuations in incident volume that affect public safety strategies. Discretionary decisions made during the intake and prosecution phases often define the pace of the justice system locally.