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Richmond: Three men shot on West Broad Street Saturday night; one dies at hospital

Crystal Graham
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Three men were shot on Saturday on West Broad Street in Richmond, and one did not survive, according to police.

Detectives identified the victim as Robert Allen, 36, of Prince George.

Officers were called to the location at 11:29 p.m. When police arrived, they found three adult males down on the ground with apparent gunshot wounds.

Two males were transported to a local hospital with injuries not considered to be life-threatening.

The third male, Allen, was transported to a local hospital where he succumbed to his injury and was pronounced dead.

The Medical Examiner will determine the cause and manner of death.

Anyone with information about this homicide and aggravated assault is asked to call Major Crimes Detective G. Sullivan at (804) 646-3929 or contact Crime Stoppers at (804) 780-1000.

 
 




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Crystal Graham

Crystal Graham

A 1999 graduate of Virginia Tech, Crystal Graham has worked for 25 years as a reporter and editor for several Virginia publications, written a book, and garnered more than a dozen Virginia Press Association awards for writing and graphic design. She was the co-host of "Viewpoints," a weekly TV news show, and co-host of "Virginia Tonight," a nightly TV news show, both broadcast on PBS. Her work on "Virginia Tonight" earned her a national Telly award for excellence in television. You can reach her at [email protected]. Support AFP by signing up for our newsletter and/or powering our work with a one-time or monthly contribution.

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