Richmond, Va. — A 2-year-old boy was injured in a shooting incident in Richmond’s Fan District on Tuesday evening, April 1. Authorities responded to the scene shortly after 9:15 p.m. following reports of a person shot in the 1900 block of West Main Street.
Upon arrival, officers learned that the child had been shot and was transported to a local hospital by his parents. The hospital subsequently notified the Richmond Department of Emergency Communications that the child had arrived for treatment. Police confirmed that the boy’s injuries, while serious, are not believed to be life-threatening.
Detectives investigating the case have determined that the shooting occurred at the location where the initial reports were made. However, Richmond Police have not disclosed further details surrounding the circumstances of the shooting. At this time, authorities have stated that they are not searching for any additional suspects.
The Richmond Police Department is asking anyone with information about the incident to contact Major Crimes Detective D. Jones at 804-646-5316.
While the investigation remains ongoing, the community remains on edge following the troubling event. Richmond Police are urging anyone with information that could aid in the investigation to come forward.
The case continues to develop, and authorities are working diligently to uncover the details behind this unfortunate shooting.
