RICHMOND, Va. — A 22-year-old man has been arrested in connection with the fatal shooting of a 20-year-old woman that occurred in mid-February. Richmond Police have charged Damarcus Branch with murder and use of a firearm in the commission of a felony following the deadly incident on Jennie Scher Road.
According to police reports, officers responded to a call on February 17 at 10:45 p.m. regarding a shooting in the 1300 block of Jennie Scher Road. Upon arriving at the scene, authorities discovered Jaelyn Barham-Wooden, 20, inside an apartment with multiple gunshot wounds. She was rushed to a local hospital, where she later succumbed to her injuries.
The investigation quickly led to the arrest of Branch, who has been detained in connection with the crime. The motive behind the shooting remains unclear, and investigators are urging anyone with additional information to come forward.
Richmond Police Major Crimes Detective J. Higgins is leading the investigation and can be reached at 804-646-7570 for those with tips or relevant details.
The tragic death of Jaelyn Barham-Wooden has left the community shaken, and police are continuing their efforts to piece together the events that led to her untimely death.
