Nov. 7 – Nov. 8, 2013

Today’s Good News

Kudos to Officer Steve Gibson who was named Third Precinct’s Officer of the Month for October! Third Precinct supervisors may sometimes have trouble finding newly minted Master Patrol Officer Gibson, but that’s not because he’s MIA. It’s because he keeps so busy--finding wanted parties, conducting traffic stops and elevating his investigative skills—that he’s rarely in one place for long.

Here are just a few examples from the past month:

*he located 4 people wanted for violent crimes, making the streets safer by arresting them,

*he made 32 traffic stops resulting in 3 summonses, 2 misdemeanor arrests and 1 felony arrest, and,

*his detention and investigation of a shoplifting suspect resulted in the offender’s confession to multiple larcenies and a felony grand larceny arrest. Thank you and good job, Master Patrol Officer Steve Gibson!

DISCLAIMER: The following incidents are preliminary in nature and are subject to change after investigation.  Please note that the entries listed below do not cover every incident from overnight. The listings are subject to the judgment of staff officers’ sense of what is noteworthy.

CRIMES AGAINST PERSONS

3^rd Precinct

ROBBERY

11/7/13             8:30 a.m.

Crutchfield and West Roanoke streets

A female reported an unknown male robbed her.

2^nd Precinct

ROBBERY

11/7/13                7:27 p.m.

2200 block of Chateau Drive

A male reported three unknown males assaulted and robbed him.

2^nd Precinct

AGGRAVATED ASSAULT (SHOOTING)

11/7/13             4:52 p.m.

2500 block of Lynhaven Avenue

A male reported an unknown male shot him. His injuries are not life threatening.

PROPERTY CRIMES 

1^st Precinct

BURGLARY

11/6/13 – 11/7/13           11:00 p.m. – 11:30 a.m.

1700 block of Rogers Street

An unknown person(s) broke into the shed and stole a lawnmower.

3^rd Precinct

THEFT FROM MOTOR VEHICLE

11/6/13 – 11/7/13           5:00 p.m. – 9:30 a.m.

1500 block of Lakeview Avenue

An unknown person(s) stole four hubcaps from the vehicle.

4^th Precinct

BURGLARY

11/6/13 – 11/7/13           5:00 p.m. – 6:50 a.m.

2007 Brook Road

An unknown person(s) broke into the construction site.

4^th Precinct

THEFT FROM MOTOR VEHICLE

11/6/13 – 11/7/13           10:00 p.m. – 6:50 a.m.

3400 block of Moss Side

An unknown person(s) broke into the vehicle and stole an iPod, iPod adapter and cell phone charger.

4^th Precinct

BURGLARY

11/7/13                         4:30 a.m. – 4:35 a.m.

200 block of West Hill Street

An unknown person(s) broke into the shed and stole two AC units and a lawnmower.

4^th Precinct

BURGLARY

11/7/13                         8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

2600 block of Dunn Avenue

An unknown person(s) broke into the residence and stole video games and video game systems.

4^th Precinct

THEFT OF MOTOR VEHICLE PARTS

11/6/13 – 11/7/13           10:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.

1700 block of Bellevue Avenue

An unknown person(s) stole a license plate off of the vehicle.

Nov. 6 – Nov. 7, 2013

Today’s Good News

Kudos to Officer Robert Taylor who was named Second Precinct’s Officer of the Month for October! Officer Taylor ran more than 70 calls last month and assisted several officers with incidents, but it was a situation on Oct. 17 that really showcased his skills as a police officer who cares about his community.

He took charge of a call about a suicidal veteran who had cut himself and was hiding in a wooded area. Officer Taylor was able to find a phone number and make contact with the man. He then developed a rapport with him based on their experiences in the military and as combat veterans. Through that conversation, he was able to find the man’s location, and even though the man had lost a pint of blood, Officer Taylor was able to stop the bleeding and stabilize him until he could be transported to the hospital. Officer Taylor even stayed with the man until he was admitted. Thank you and good work, Officer Robert Taylor!

DISCLAIMER: The following incidents are preliminary in nature and are subject to change after investigation.  Please note that the entries listed below do not cover every incident from overnight. The listings are subject to the judgment of staff officers’ sense of what is noteworthy.

CRIMES AGAINST PERSONS

2^nd Precinct

AGGRAVATED ASSAULT

11/6/13             7:00 a.m.

3400 block of Stockton Street

A male was assaulted at the above location.

4^th Precinct

ROBBERY

11/6/13             1:15 p.m.

2700 block of Richmond Henrico Turnpike

A teen male reported a known male and unknown male robbed him at gunpoint. An arrest was made.

4^th Precinct

AGGRAVATED ASSAULT

11/6/13             5:20 p.m.

200 block of West Charity Street

A male reported an unknown male assaulted him.

4^th Precinct

AGGRAVATED ASSAULT (SHOOTING)

11/6/13             10:38 p.m.

4200 block of North Avenue

A male reported an unknown male(s) shot him. His injuries are not life threatening. An arrest was made.

4^th Precinct

AGGRAVATED ASSAULT (SHOOTING)

11/7/13             5:58 a.m.

100 block of East Federal Street

A male was found shot at the above location. His injuries are not life threatening.

PROPERTY CRIMES 

1^st Precinct

DESTRUCTION OF PRIVATE PROPERTY

11/5/13 – 11/6/13           4:30 p.m. – 7:30 a.m.

100 block of North 17^th Street

An unknown person(s) painted graffiti on the building.

2^nd Precinct

BURGLARY

11/6/13                         3:00 p.m. – 4:22 p.m.

2700 block of Stacie Road

An unknown person(s) broke into the residence and stole two TVs and speakers.

3^rd Precinct

BURGLARY

10/31/13 – 11/5/13         8:00 p.m. – 3:38 p.m.

100 block of Granite Avenue

An unknown person(s) broke into the shed and stole a lawnmower and other lawn equipment.

4^th Precinct

BURGLARY

11/6/13                         5:15 p.m. – 10:40 p.m.

2800 block of 4^th Avenue

An unknown person(s) the residence and stole a laptop.

4^th Precinct

BURGLARY

10/26/13 – 11/3/13         11:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

1500 block of Confederate Avenue

An unknown person(s) entered the unlocked shed and stole two bicycles.

4^th Precinct

THEFT OF MOTOR VEHICLE PARTS

11/5/13 – 11/6/13           9:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m.

2900 block of West Leigh Street

An unknown person(s) stole two batteries from a truck.

4^th Precinct

BURGLARY

11/5/13 – 11/6/13           11:00 p.m. – 8:30 a.m.

4000 block of Hermitage Road

An unknown person(s) broke into the outbuilding and stole several items.

4^th Precinct

MOTOR VEHICLE THEFT

11/5/13 – 11/6/13           7:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.

4100 block of North Avenue

An unknown person(s) stole a motor vehicle.

4^th Precinct

THEFT FROM MOTOR VEHICLE

11/6/13                         4:45 p.m. – 5:15 p.m.

2000 block of West Broad Street

An unknown person(s) entered the unlocked vehicle and stole tools and electronics.

4^th Precinct

THEFT FROM MOTOR VEHICLE

11/5/13                         5:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.

4000 block of Monticello Street

An unknown person(s) entered the unlocked vehicle and stole several items.

4^th Precinct

BURGLARY

11/3/13 – 11/6/13           7:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.

1500 block of Confederate Avenue

An unknown person(s) entered the unlocked outbuilding and stole a bicycle.

4^th Precinct

THEFT OF MOTOR VEHICLE PARTS

11/6/13                         10:00 p.m. – 10:10 p.m.

4300 block of Old Brook Road

Two unknown males stole the hubcaps off of the vehicle.

Nov. 5 – Nov. 6, 2013

Today’s Good News

Kudos to Officer Stephen Butler who was named First Precinct’s Officer of the Month for October! Officer Butler may be known for his constant smile and outgoing personality, but he’s also known for his dedication to combating violent crime in Sector 113. Despite changing schedules last month, he made 10 felony arrests, 8 misdemeanors arrests, served 14 warrants, seized 2 firearms and made several drugs arrests.

He constantly works to keep himself familiar with all the citizens he encounters, which paid off during a patrol in the Fairfield area one day. He approached a group of individuals standing in the middle of the road and when man intentionally turned his body, Officer Butler investigated further and discovered a hidden firearm with a laser sight. Further investigation revealed the man was a convicted robber. He was quickly arrested and charged. Officer Butler also takes the time to attend community meetings to develop relationships and keep citizens aware of what’s going on in their neighborhoods. He brings back information about problems to his lieutenant so issues can be addressed. Thank you and congratulations Officer Stephen Butler!

DISCLAIMER: The following incidents are preliminary in nature and are subject to change after investigation.  Please note that the entries listed below do not cover every incident from overnight. The listings are subject to the judgment of staff officers’ sense of what is noteworthy.

CRIMES AGAINST PERSONS

3^rd Precinct

Robbery

11/5/13             12:03 p.m.

5600 block of Melmark Road

A male reported an unknown male robbed him at gunpoint.

4^th Precinct

AGGRAVATED ASSAULT (DOMESTIC)

11/5/13             5:30 p.m.

400 block of East Franklin Street

A female reported a known male assaulted her. Warrants have been obtained.

4^th Precinct

ATTEMPTED ROBBERY/ROBBERY (X2)

11/6/13             12:19 a.m.

200 block of East Main Street

A male and female reported three unknown males robbed them at gunpoint. A few minutes later, a male reported three unknown males tried to rob him at gunpoint. Two arrests were made.

PROPERTY CRIMES 

1^st Precinct

LARCENY

11/5/13             9:45 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.

1400 block of Garber Street

An unknown person(s) stole a bathtub from the porch.

3^rd Precinct

THEFT OF MOTOR VEHICLE PARTS

11/4/13 – 11/5/13           5:30 p.m. – 8:00 a.m.

5700 block of Westover Village Drive

An unknown person(s) stole four hubcaps from the vehicle.

3^rd Precinct

THEFT FROM MOTOR VEHICLE

11/1/13 – 11/5/13           12:30 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.

7100 block of Jahnke Road

An unknown person(s) entered the unlocked vehicle and stole cigarettes and headphones.

4^th Precinct

THEFT FROM MOTOR VEHICLE

11/4/13 – 11/5/13           4:00 p.m. – 10:00 a.m.

1300 block of North Boulevard

An unknown person(s) stole two fuel tanks from a trailer.

Nov. 4 – Nov. 5, 2013

Today’s Good News

A woman recently emailed to thank First Precinct Lieutenants Jeremy Sayles and Dan Minton after she got lost around VCU Medical Center while trying to find the proper entrance to visit a family member. “As I am sure you know, this hospital and this area can be very confusing, especially to someone unfamiliar with the area,” she wrote.

“Two very professional and helpful officers went above and beyond helping me find the right entrance. They made a phone call, Googled, etc. until they were able to find the correct entrance. Then, they were good enough to escort me there. I would have probably give up and never found my sister if it were not for Lt. Daniel Minton and Lt. Jeremy Sayles. God Bless them both. The world would be a much better place if more men were like these wonderful gentlemen.”

DISCLAIMER: The following incidents are preliminary in nature and are subject to change after investigation.  Please note that the entries listed below do not cover every incident from overnight. The listings are subject to the judgment of staff officers’ sense of what is noteworthy.

CRIMES AGAINST PERSONS

3^rd Precinct

ATTEMPTED Robbery

11/4/13             8:40 a.m.

5801 Midlothian Turnpike

A clerk reported two unknown males tried to rob the business at gunpoint.

2^nd Precinct

Robbery

11/4/13             8:00 p.m.

5900 block of Nestle Avenue

A teen male reported an unknown male robbed him at gunpoint.

PROPERTY CRIMES 

1^st Precinct

DESTRUCTION OF PRIVATE PROPERTY

11/2/13 – 11/3/13           9:30 p.m. – 11:30 a.m.

1700 block of East Main Street

An unknown person(s) damaged the vehicle.

3^rd Precinct

BURGLARY

10/30/13 – 11/4/13         8:00 a.m. – 6:29 p.m.

7500 block of Marilea Road

An unknown person(s) broke into the residence and stole two TVs.

3^rd Precinct

BURGLARY

11/3/13 – 11/4/13           7:00 a.m. – 1:00 a.m.

300 block of Melmark Court

An unknown person(s) broke into the residence and stole several items.

3^rd Precinct

THEFT FROM MOTOR VEHICLE

11/4/13                         12:04 a.m. – 11:04 a.m.

100 block of Giant Drive

An unknown person(s) broke into the vehicle and stole several items.

3^rd Precinct

THEFT FROM MOTOR VEHICLE

11/3/13 – 11/4/13           8:00 a.m. – 8:00 a.m.

300 block of South Randolph Street

An unknown person(s) entered the unlocked vehicle and stole a fishing bag.

4^th Precinct

BURGLARY

11/4/13                         10:14 a.m. – 10:45 a.m.

2700 block of Northumberland Avenue

An unknown person(s) broke into the residence and stole a laptop and jewelry.

4^th Precinct

BURGLARY

11/4/13                         8:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.

2800 block of Dupont Circle

An unknown person(s) broke into the residence and stole several items.

4^th Precinct

BURGLARY

11/4/13                         12:01 a.m. – 2:53 p.m.

4000 block of North Avenue

An unknown person(s) broke into the residence and stole several items.

4^th Precinct

THEFT FROM MOTOR VEHICLE

11/4/13                         7:25 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.

600 block of Cumberland Street

An unknown person(s) broke into the vehicle and stole medication and cash.

4^th Precinct

MOTOR VEHICLE THEFT

11/3/13                         12:00 p.m. – 12:30 p.m.

900 block of Azalea Avenue

A known female stole a vehicle. Warrants have been obtained.

Nov. 1 – Nov. 4, 2013

Today’s Good News

Kudos to Fourth Precinct Detective Mark Godwin who was named the Department’s Problem Solver of the Month for October! Since joining the unit four months ago, Detective Godwin has secured a 100 percent robbery clearance rate for the 6 cases assigned to him as well as a higher-than-the-national average clearance rate for his investigations into other crimes.

Detective Godwin’s hunch during one robbery investigation in particular sealed the deal. As he was interviewing a victim whose cell phone had been stolen, the offender was spotted nearby and quickly detained. On a hunch, Detective Godwin called the victim’s stolen cell phone, which then rang while in the offender’s hand inside his pocket! But Detective Godwin also goes above and beyond to help his fellow detectives when they need it and to develop good relationships with concerned citizens, allowing him to gather information more easily and solve several cases throughout the Department. Thank you, and congratulations to Detective Mark Godwin!

DISCLAIMER: The following incidents are preliminary in nature and are subject to change after investigation.  Please note that the entries listed below do not cover every incident from overnight. The listings are subject to the judgment of staff officers’ sense of what is noteworthy.

CRIMES AGAINST PERSONS

2^nd Precinct

AGGRAVATED ASSAULT (STABBING) (DOMESTIC)

11/2/13             11:00 p.m.

1300 block of Minefee Street

A male reported a known female stabbed him. His injuries are not life threatening. Warrants have been obtained.

3^rd Precinct

AGGRAVATED ASSAULT

11/2/13             5:35 p.m.

2300 block of Amelia Street

A male reported an unknown male assaulted him.

4^th Precinct

AGGRAVATED ASSAULT (STABBING)

11/2/13             7:48 p.m.

2900 block of Chamberlayne Avenue

A male reported a known male stabbed him.

1^st Precinct

AGGRAVATED ASSAULT (SHOOTING)

11/2/13             7:58 p.m.

29^th Street and Nine Mile Road

A male reported an unknown person(s) shot him. His injuries are not life threatening.

3^rd Precinct

ATTEMPTED ROBBERY

11/2/13             8:44 p.m.

6940 Forest Hill Ave.

A clerk reported an unknown male tried to rob the business.

3^rd Precinct

ROBBERY

11/2/13             9:04 p.m.

3000 Stony Point Road

A clerk reported an unknown male robbed the business.

1^st Precinct

AGGRAVATED ASSAULT (SHOOTING)

11/2/13             11:16 p.m.

4800 block of Government Road

A teen male reported he was shot. His injuries are not life threatening.

4^th Precinct

AGGRAVATED ASSAULT (STABBING)

11/3/13             1:00 a.m.

00 block of East Clay Street

A male reported an unknown male stabbed him. His injuries are not life threatening.

4^th Precinct

ROBBERY

11/3/13             6:35 a.m.

2900 block of North Avenue

A male reported an unknown male robbed him.

2^nd Precinct

ROBBERY

11/3/13             7:30 a.m.

2200 block of Cullen Road

A male reported an unknown male robbed him.

1^st Precinct

ROBBERY

11/3/13             6:26 p.m.

501 N. 30^th St.

A clerk reported two unknown males robbed the business at gunpoint.

3^rd Precinct

ROBBERY (X2)

11/3/13             5:55 p.m.

6800 block of Carnation Street

A male and female reported two unknown males robbed them at gunpoint.

4^th Precinct

ROBBERY

11/3/13             9:55 p.m.

2900 block of 4^th Avenue

A male reported two unknown males robbed him at gunpoint.

2^nd Precinct

HOMICIDE

11/3/13             10:08 p.m.

2400 block of Yorktown Avenue

A male was found shot at the above location. He was taken to the hospital where he later died.

PROPERTY CRIMES 

1^st Precinct

THEFT FROM MOTOR VEHICLE

10/28/13 – 10/29/13       8:00 p.m. – 9:00 a.m.

800 block of Admiral Gravely Boulevard

An unknown person(s) entered the vehicle and stole several items.

1^st Precinct

THEFT FROM MOTOR VEHICLE

11/2/13                         1:45 a.m. – 5:30 a.m.

00 block of East 14^th Street

An unknown person(s) entered the vehicle and stole a battery and radio.

2^nd Precinct

BURGLARY

11/1/13 – 11/3/13           12:00 a.m. – 4:10 p.m.

3700 block of East Broad Rock Road

An unknown person(s) broke into the residence and stole a head pump.

3^rd Precinct

THEFT FROM MOTOR VEHICLE

10/31/13 – 11/1/13         10:30 p.m. – 7:30 a.m.

3300 block of Grove Avenue

An unknown person(s) broke into a vehicle and stole two bags of items.

3^rd Precinct

BURGLARY

11/2/13                         8:00 p.m. – 8:15 p.m.

1100 block of Newell Road

Four unknown males broke into the residence and stole a video game system.

4^th Precinct

THEFT OF MOTOR VEHICLE PARTS

11/1/13                         9:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.

2000 block of North Avenue

An unknown person(s) stole a license plate off of the vehicle.

4^th Precinct

THEFT FROM MOTOR VEHICLE

11/2/13 – 11/3/13           11:00 p.m. – 2:20 a.m.

400 block of East Franklin Street

An unknown person(s) broke into the vehicle and stole several items.

4^th Precinct

BURGLARY

10/28/13 – 11/2/13         4:00 p.m. – 10:30 a.m.

3400 block of Cliff Avenue

An unknown person(s) broke into the shed.

4^th Precinct

MOTOR VEHICLE THEFT

11/2/13                         12:30 p.m. – 12:45 p.m.

2900 block of 4^th Avenue

A known female stole a vehicle.

4^th Precinct

THEFT OF MOTOR VEHICLE PARTS

10/2/13 – 11/2/13           8:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.

1900 block of Roane Street

An unknown person(s) stole two doors and a bumper from a vehicle.

4^th Precinct

THEFT OF MOTOR VEHICLE PARTS

11/2/13                         9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.

600 block of Brook Road

An unknown person(s) stole the tags from the vehicle.

4^th Precinct

THEFT FROM MOTOR VEHICLE (X2)

11/3/13                         12:30 a.m. – 4:00 a.m.

700 block of Bowe Street

An unknown person(s) broke into two vehicles and stole items.

4^th Precinct

BURGLARY

11/3/13                         1:30 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.

700 block of Northside Avenue

An unknown person(s) broke into the vehicle and stole electronics.

4^th Precinct

BURGLARY

11/3/13                         8:10 p.m.

100 W. Baker St.

An unknown male broke into the business. An arrest was made.              

Oct. 31 - Nov. 1, 2013

RICHMOND POLICE DEPARTMENT

DAILY CRIME REPORT

Oct. 31 – Nov. 1, 2013

Today’s Good News

Fourth Precinct Officers Keary Lightfoot and Robert Knight were patrolling on St. Paul Street recently when they noticed a parked vehicle that was idling without a driver and blocking the roadway. As they investigated further, a man ran toward the vehicle, saying it was his. Because the man appeared to be under the influence, the officers investigated further and discovered drugs and open containers of alcohol inside the vehicle. With the assistance of Officers Aaron Henning, Joseph Balducci and Anthony McRae, further investigation revealed more drugs and firearms inside the vehicle and a nearby residence. Officers then charged the man with several offenses, including possession of a firearm by a convicted felon and possession with intent to distribute marijuana. Good work officers!

DISCLAIMER: The following incidents are preliminary in nature and are subject to change after investigation.  Please note that the entries listed below do not cover every incident from overnight. The listings are subject to the judgment of staff officers’ sense of what is noteworthy.

CRIMES AGAINST PERSONS

1^st Precinct

ROBBERY/ASSAULT

10/31/13                        6:40 p.m.

2000 block of Maury Street

A male reported an unknown male assaulted and robbed him.

3^rd Precinct

ROBBERY

10/31/13                        6:00 p.m.

1600 block of Floyd Avenue

A male reported an unknown male with a knife robbed him.

2^nd Precinct

ROBBERY/AGGRAVATED ASSAULT

10/31/13                        10:22 p.m.

Jefferson Davis Highway

A male reported he was shot and robbed by an unknown male. Injuries are not considered life threatening.

1^st Precinct

AGGRAVATED ASSAULT

11/1/13                                    1:00 a.m.

1400 block of East Cary Street

A male reported an unknown male assaulted him.

1^st Precinct

ROBBERY

11/1/13                                    1:21 a.m.

2500 block of East Broad Street

A male reported two unknown males robbed him.

PROPERTY CRIMES 

3^rd Precinct

THEFT FROM MOTOR VEHICLE

10/31/13                        11:00 a.m.

5700 block of Westower Drive

An unknown person(s) broke into a vehicle and stole cigarettes.

3^rd Precinct

THEFT FROM MOTOR VEHICLE

10/30/13 – 10/31/13            11:00 p.m. – 9:00 a.m.

1200 block of Parkwood Drive

An unknown person(s) broke into a vehicle and stole cash.

3^rd Precinct

THEFT FROM MOTOR VEHICLE

10/30/13 – 10/31/13            10:30 p.m. – 8:50 a.m.

1400 block of Park Avenue

An unknown person(s) broke into a vehicle and stole clothing that was left in plain view.