Crime
44-year-old Darnell Porter killed in Mechanicsville Turnpike shooting
The second victim remains in critical condition at a nearby medical facility.
The Henrico County Police Division is investigating a double shooting incident that occurred on Friday night, October 4th, on Mechanicsville Turnpike.
The incident has now been classified as a homicide.
Around 8:30 PM, officers responded to reports of gunfire in the 3600 block of Mechanicsville Turnpike.
Upon arrival, they discovered two adult male victims suffering from gunshot wounds. Both victims were transported to a local hospital for emergency treatment.
One of the victims, 44-year-old Darnell Lee Porter, tragically succumbed to his injuries and was pronounced dead at the hospital.
The second victim remains in critical condition at a nearby medical facility.
The Henrico County Police Division is actively investigating the circumstances surrounding the shooting.
More information will be released as it becomes available.
Anyone with information about the incident is urged to contact the Henrico County Police Division at 804-501-5588.
Christian County, Mo. — Authorities have identified the suspect accused of fatally shooting a deputy with the Christian County Sheriff’s Office during a traffic stop as Richard Bird.
At the time the Blue Alert was issued, the suspect had not yet been taken into custody.
According to law enforcement officials, the deputy initiated a traffic stop involving a 2001 Chevrolet extended cab pickup truck along State Highway 160 near Highlandville.
During the stop, the suspect allegedly opened fire, fatally wounding the deputy before fleeing the scene.
The suspect was reported to have traveled southbound on Highway 160 following the shooting.
Authorities described the suspect vehicle as a black 2001 Chevrolet extended cab pickup truck equipped with a silver brush guard, black body trim, tinted rear windows, and a three-ball trailer hitch. The vehicle was bearing Missouri license plate 9MG-X36.
A statewide Blue Alert was issued to notify the public and assist in locating the suspect.
Law enforcement officials urged residents not to approach the vehicle or suspect if located, but instead to immediately call 911 and provide detailed information while remaining at a safe distance.
Christian County is situated south of Springfield and north of Branson, an area that sees significant travel due to its proximity to the Ozarks.
Multiple agencies across the region coordinated efforts in response to the alert.
Authorities have not yet released further details regarding the circumstances surrounding the shooting or the status of the investigation.
Law enforcement officials expressed their condolences to the deputy’s family, colleagues, and the community as they continue to pursue justice in the case.