Richmond, VA — Authorities have identified the victim in a fatal shooting that occurred Sunday evening in the 5700 block of Hull Street Road as 38-year-old James Owens, a Chesterfield County resident.
The Richmond Police Department responded to the area around 5:36 p.m. on December 15, following reports of a robbery that was later upgraded to a shooting. When officers arrived at the scene, they found Owens inside a local business, suffering from a gunshot wound. He was pronounced dead at the scene.
Investigators have not yet released details regarding the circumstances of the shooting, and it remains unclear if Owens was the intended target or if the incident was part of a larger criminal event.
The homicide is being investigated by the Richmond Police Major Crimes Unit. Detective P. Ripley is leading the investigation and is urging anyone with information to come forward. The police are asking witnesses or individuals with relevant details to contact Detective Ripley at 804-646-0423.
This is an ongoing investigation, and authorities are working to determine the circumstances surrounding the shooting. Community members with tips or leads are encouraged to assist in helping bring justice to those affected by the tragedy.
Anyone with information is asked to call the Richmond Police Department or Crime Stoppers at 804-780-1000.
