Richmond, VA — A man is dead following a shooting that occurred Saturday afternoon off of Richmond Highway. Richmond Police responded to a report of a robbery in progress that quickly escalated into a shooting.
At approximately 1:21 p.m., officers were called to the 3600 block of Richmond Highway, where they found a man on the ground suffering from an apparent gunshot wound. Emergency medical services transported the victim to a nearby hospital, where he was later pronounced dead.
The police have confirmed that the incident is being investigated as a homicide. The identity of the victim has not yet been released, and the cause and manner of death will be determined by the medical examiner.
Authorities are asking anyone with information about the incident to contact Major Crimes Detective G. Russell at 804-646-7715. The investigation is ongoing, and police have not yet disclosed any details regarding suspects or possible motives.
This shooting is the latest in a series of violent incidents in the area, and local authorities are urging the public to come forward with any information that may assist in solving the case.
