Arrest made in December killing on Richmond Highway

From the RPD:

Arrest Made in Richmond Highway Homicide

Following indictments obtained by a grand jury, the suspect in the homicide that occurred in the 3600 block of Richmond Highway in December has now been charged for that incident.

Walter Coleman, 58, of Henrico, has been charged with murder and use of a firearm in relation to this homicide. Coleman turned himself in to local authorities on January 22. His booking photo is currently unavailable.

At approximately 1:21 p.m., Saturday, December 14, officers were called to the 3600 block of Richmond Highway for the report of a robbery that was upgraded to a shooting. Officers arrived and located an adult male, Wesley Jefferson, 37, of Richmond, down on the ground with an apparent gunshot wound. He was transported to a local hospital where he was pronounced dead.

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

Anyone with information about this homicide investigation is asked to call Major Crimes Detective G. Russell at (804) 646-7715 or contact 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.