Richmond Police Shoot and Kill Man Who Was Allegedly Wielding Knives and Threatening People

Richmond police officers fatally shot a man wielding multiple knives during a domestic dispute on Monday evening. The confrontation occurred shortly after 5 PM on the 400 block of First Street, where officers responded to reports of a knife-wielding suspect threatening individuals inside a home. Upon arrival, officers announced their presence and were met by the man, who allegedly possessed at least one knife and possibly a second edged weapon. Two officers discharged their weapons, resulting in the man's death on-site, as confirmed by local news outlets. Neighbors reported hearing seven to eight shots, questioning the necessity of such a response to a knife threat.

Police have yet to identify the victim or confirm if he resided at the home involved in the dispute. The Richmond Police Department will conduct an investigation following standard protocols for officer-involved shootings. Similar incidents have raised discussions about police response to domestic situations involving weapons.