Williamsburg/James City County Commonwealth's Attorney & Victim Assistance

06/13/2025

Great achievement for the team, to include the Commonwealth’s Attorney’s Office, Victim/Witness Assistance Program, Police Departments, and partner agencies. We, too, hope this conviction brings justice to Mr. Johnson’s family and friends.

First-Degree Murder Conviction Secured Following Three-Day Jury Trial

On June 12, 2025, following a three-day jury trial, Lee Rondell Richardson, 43, was convicted of first-degree murder in the September 2022 killing of Mr. Alfred Johnson. This conviction stems from a thorough investigation by our officers, in coordination with the Williamsburg/James City County Commonwealth's Attorney's Office.

On September 13, 2022, our Patrol officers responded to the 2600 block of Chickahominy Road for a report of a male with a gunshot wound. Upon arrival, officers located 38-year-old Alfred Johnson, who was pronounced deceased at the scene. Our Criminal Investigations Unit took over the case and quickly began identifying leads.

Within days, detectives developed Lee Richardson as a primary suspect. On September 22, 2022, information indicated that Richardson was in Newport News, and a coordinated surveillance effort was executed with assistance from the Newport News Police Department and the U.S. Marshals Service. Richardson was taken into custody, transported to the Law Enforcement Center, and subsequently charged following an interview with detectives.

After continued investigation and collaboration with the Commonwealth’s Attorney’s Office, the case proceeded to trial on June 10, 2025. On June 12, the jury found Richardson guilty of the following:

• First-Degree Murder (§ 18.2-32)
• Use of a Firearm in the Commission of a Felony (§ 18.2-53.1)

Richardson remains incarcerated at the Virginia Peninsula Regional Jail. Sentencing is scheduled for September 15, 2025.

We commend the officers, investigators, partner agencies, and the Commonwealth’s Attorney's Office who contributed to this case and achieved this conviction. We hope this conviction brings justice to the family of Mr. Johnson and all affected by his loss.

02/23/2025

Virginia Beach Police Officers Cameron Girvin and Christopher Reese dedicated their lives to upholding the safety and well-being of others.

Officer Cameron Girvin graduated from VBPD’s 68th Police Academy and was sworn in as a certified officer on June 19, 2020. He was 25 years old.

Officer Christopher Reese was a member of the 72nd Police Academy and was sworn in as a certified officer on July 29, 2022. He was 30 years old.

These officers were not just members of this department; they were family, friends, and heroes. Their sacrifice is a painful reminder of the daily dangers our officers face and their unwavering commitment to serve with honor and integrity.

To the families of our fallen heroes: We stand with you, grieve with you, and will never forget the service and sacrifice of your loved ones. To the men and women of this department: Lean on one another, support one another, and honor our fallen by continuing the mission they so bravely upheld.

We ask the community to keep these officers, their families, friends, and fellow officers in your thoughts and prayers.

02/19/2025

02/19/2025

The Williamsburg/James City County Commonwealth’s Attorney’s Office and Victim/Witness Assistance Program will be closed tomorrow, February 19, 2025, due to inclement weather ☃️

02/13/2025

01/07/2025

The Williamsburg/James City County Commonwealth’s Attorney’s Office and Victim/Witness Assistance Program will be closed tomorrow, Jan. 7, 2025, due to inclement weather

01/06/2025