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Man killed is Richmond's second homicide in less than 24 hours, Crime Insider sources tell Jon Burkett

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RICHMOND, Va. -- A man was killed following a Friday evening shooting in Richmond, Crime Insider sources told Jon Burkett.

The victim was found dead on a sidewalk when police arrived at the scene at the 2500 block of Whitcomb Street around 6:15 p.m.

Multiple police cars blocked off one road of the apartment complex where the shooting occurred.

This is the second fatal shooting in Richmond within 24 hours, and the city's third in 2024.

No suspect information nor additional details were available at last check.

James Champion,43, was shot dead Thursday evening on West Federal Street in Richmond. He was also killed on a street within an apartment complex.

If you have any information regarding this shooting police ask you to call Major Crimes Detective M. Gouldman at 804-646-3915 or Crime Stoppers at 804-780-1000. The P3 Tips Crime Stoppers app for smartphones also may be used. All 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.

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