Donavan Depriest, Elijah Johnson, and Tremawn Carrington Jr. Identified as Victims in Fatal Shootings on Walmsley Boulevard
Donavan Depriest, Elijah Johnson, and Tremawn Carrington Jr. Identified as Victims in Fatal Shootings on Walmsley Boulevard; Arrest Made in March 2023 Homicide
The 3400 block of Walmsley Boulevard in Richmond, Virginia, has been the site of multiple tragic incidents over the past few years. Among the most recent is the fatal shooting of 23-year-old Donavan Depriest on March 18, 2023. Richmond Police Department detectives have made an arrest in connection with this incident and have officially identified the victim. (Richmond Times-Dispatch)
Victim Identification and Arrest
The Richmond Police Department has confirmed that the victim of the March 18, 2023, shooting was 23-year-old Donavan Depriest of Richmond. Detectives have made an arrest in connection with the fatal shooting that occurred last month on Walmsley Boulevard.
Previous Incidents on Walmsley Boulevard
This isn’t the first time a deadly shooting has occurred in this area. Exactly one year prior to this incident, a victim identified as 20-year-old Tremawn Carrington Jr. was shot and killed on the exact same block of Walmsley Boulevard on March 18, 2022. (WRIC)
Additionally, on February 3, 2024, 23-year-old Augusto Avalos was found stabbed to death in a residence on the 3000 block of Walmsley Boulevard. (South Richmond News – Richmond, Virginia)
Community Impact and Ongoing Investigations
The recurrence of violent incidents on Walmsley Boulevard has raised concerns among residents and local authorities. The Richmond Police Department continues to investigate these incidents and urges anyone with information to come forward. Detective P. Mansfield can be reached at 804-646-6996, and Crime Stoppers can be contacted at 804-780-1000. (WRIC)
Conclusion
The tragic events on Walmsley Boulevard highlight the ongoing challenges faced by communities in Richmond. While an arrest has been made in the March 2023 homicide, the recurrence of violent incidents underscores the need for continued efforts to address and prevent such tragedies.
Note: This article is based on available information as of the time of writing. For the latest updates, please refer to official statements from the Richmond Police Department.
