Actions

Man critically injured in Richmond shooting

Richmond Police
Posted at 9:04 PM, Jan 16, 2022
and last updated 2022-01-16 21:04:46-05

RICHMOND, Va. -- Police are investigating a shooting on Richmond's Northside Sunday evening that left a man critically injured.

Officers were called to the 1200 Block of St. Peter’s Street in Gilpin Court for a report of a possible shooting at 6:30 p.m., Capt. John W. Hall Jr. with Richmond Police said.

"Responding officers located an adult male victim suffering from apparent gunshot injury, and the victim was transported to a local hospital for medical treatment," Hall said.

Officials said the man's injuries appeared to be life-threatening.

"Fourth Precinct Officers and Detectives continue to investigate this matter," Hall said.

Anyone with information about the crime is asked to call Major Crimes or Crime Stoppers at 804-780-1000. The P3 Tips Crime Stoppers app for smartphones also may be used. Both Crime Stoppers reporting methods are anonymous.

This is a developing story, so anyone with more information can email newstips@wtvr.com to send a tip.

CBS6-News-at-4pm-and-Jennifer-Hudson-480x360.jpg

Entertainment

Watch 'The Jennifer Hudson Show' weekdays at 3 p.m. on CBS 6!

📱 Download CBS 6 News App
The app features breaking news alerts, live video, weather radar, traffic incidents, closings and delays and more.