RICHMOND, Va. β Richmond police are investigating a deadly shooting that occurred at the GRTC downtown transfer station on the 500 block of North 8th Street, across the street from the John Marshall Courthouse and one block east of the shuttered Richmond Coliseum.
Officers responded to reports of a person shot just after 11 p.m. Wednesday and found a man who had been shot.
The victim, 29-year-old Sidiki Fofana of Richmond, was taken to an area hospital, where he died from his injuries.
"The Medical Examiner will determine the cause and manner of death," police said.
Officers wrapped the transit station lot with crime scene tape as they conducted their investigation into Thursday morning.
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"GRTC Public Safety Officers were on scene and responded immediately after, securing the scene and rendering aid until Police and EMS arrived. No GRTC employees were involved or injured, and there is no ongoing threat to the public," a GRTC spokesperson told CBS 6.
The suspect was described as having dreadlocks and wearing all black clothing, according to police. He was last seen running southbound on 9th Street towards East Broad Street.
"GRTC extends our condolences to those affected by this tragic incident. The safety and well-being of our riders and employees remain our top priority."
Anyone with information about the crime was urged to call Major Crimes Detective A. Darnell at 804-646-3927 or contact Crime Stoppers at 804-780-1000. The P3 Tips Crime Stoppers app may also be used. All Crime Stoppers reporting methods are anonymous.
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