This mural at the corner of Albemarle and Pine was recently tagged with graffiti.
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Home Invasion On S. Pine Street
From police report:
In the early morning hours of March 20th, officers responded to 105 S. Pine Street for a report of a Domestic which was upgraded to a Breaking and Entering in progress (20210320-0083). At the location, Officers were able to detain a male individual who appeared to be impaired on both alcohol and narcotics. None of the occupants of the residence knew the individual. He was subsequently arrested on three felony charges. No reported injuries. VCU PD also responded to the call for service.
Hollywood Cemetery Severely Vandalized
Word came over the weekend, but today other news outlets reported on enormous vandalism at Hollywood Cemetery- gravestones and markers toppled.
From WRIC news:
Richmond Police Chief Gerald Smith held a news conference Monday morning to address vandalism over the weekend at the Hollywood Cemetery.
Chief Smith is asking the public for any information that could help their investigation of the damage to the historic cemetery. Smith said there are no security cameras in the area.
The vandalism happened in the President’s Circle of the historic cemetery, Chief Smith said. U.S. presidents James Monroe and John Tyler are buried there.
“This historical cemetery is the resting place for those who actually founded Richmond,” Smith said. “As well as some of the members of the Confederacy.”
Smith said the graves that were desecrated show no markings of the Confederacy. However, it would take some time to find out if there is a connection.
Unacceptable
From neighbor:
Rowdy night last night on the Hill. Big student party broke up a bit after mignight. About a hundred partyers. No masks. They left trinkets in the new trees on the walk back to VCU.
This is unacceptable. VCU President Rao and administration have to take some responsibility also. But Oregon Hill residents also need to make sure they alert the VCU and Richmond police to the problems.
This is happening during a dangerous pandemic. There’s historical precedent for taking far greater measures in the interest of public health.
Pleasants Park BikeShare Station Damaged Last Night
Someone reported a pickup truck backing into the Pleasants Park BikeShare Station last night.
Break-In and Gunshots This Morning
From alert.vcu.edu:
Reported offense:On November 23, 2020, at 6:50 AM, a home invasion was reported to have occurred at 115 South Laurel Street.
Brief description of how the crime took place:Victim reported that two suspects made entry into his home after kicking in the back door. Once inside the residence the victim reported being struck in the head during a brief scuffle. As the suspects were leaving several gunshots were fired at the residence. One victim sustained injuries to his fore head during the initial scuffle.
Suspect/s:Suspect #1 Hispanic male, 6’2”, 210 lbs, with red hair “braids”, and wearing red sweatpants. Suspect #2 – White male, 5’^”, 180 lbs, wearing a gray hoodie, and black pants. Last known direction of travel is unknown.
Investigating agency:Richmond Police are leading the investigation.
Awoken By Gunfire (Again)
Around 5:45 this morning, many Oregon Hill residents were waked up by the sound of gunfire. Maybe 20 to 30 shots.
From the police blotter:
11/05/2020 05:44 RPD Precinct 4 412A1 RANDOM GUNFIRE , INVESTIGATE 700-BLK S PINE ST Enroute
11/05/2020 05:44 RPD Precinct 3 312A6 RANDOM GUNFIRE , INVESTIGATE W 24TH ST/RIVERSIDE DR RICH Arrived
There were reports from resident across the river also.
This reminded many Oregon Hill neighbors of a disturbing incident this past summer.
Jacob House And Marker Tagged
Sadly, the historic Jacob House and its state historic marker have been extensively tagged by graffiti vandals. It’s hard to tell if these actions were done as part of recent protests or not. If they are, it is disturbing given the Jacob House’s iconic history of abolitionism and workmanship by free Black people.
Incident At China and Pine?
Nothing from local news sources yet, but some neighbors are reporting an attempted Breaking & Entering yesterday evening near the corner of Pine and China streets. Police arrested one man, while another one fled across the Lee Bridge.
National Night Out Rescheduled For October
It has been a very busy summer so far for the Richmond police – Black Lives Matter protests, changes in leadership, shootings, and (cowardly) anonymous threats from white supremacists.
So it’s understandable that the National Night Out date is postponed a bit….
Due to COVID-19 concerns, the Richmond Police Department is rescheduling this year’s National Night Out.
National Night Out will be tentatively held on Tuesday, October 6, 2020. We will continue to monitor the COVID-19 conditions in Richmond. Please watch RPD’s social media sites for updates.
National Night Out is designed to
1. Heighten crime and drug prevention awareness;
2. Generate support for, and participation in, local anti-crime efforts;
3. Strengthen neighborhood spirit and police‐community partnerships;
4. Send a message to criminals letting them know neighborhoods are organized and fighting back.
As we get closer to the rescheduled date, RPD will provide updates on the status of 2020 National Night Out.