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Man Shot at Richmond Apartment Complex
Crime Insider sources report a shooting incident at the Belt Atlantic apartments on Midlothian Turnpike.
Mar. 29, 2026 at 1:19am
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A single shell casing left behind at the scene of a shooting serves as a stark reminder of the gun violence plaguing parts of Richmond.Richmond TodayA man was shot at an apartment complex on Richmond's Southside on Saturday evening, according to Crime Insider sources who spoke to reporter Jon Burkett. Police were called to the 4000 block of Midlothian Turnpike around 5:30 p.m. for a report of a shooting at the Belt Atlantic apartments, where they found a man with a gunshot wound to his leg. The victim's injuries did not appear to be life-threatening.
Why it matters
Violent crime remains a persistent issue in parts of Richmond, with the city experiencing an uptick in shootings and other incidents in recent years. This latest incident at the Belt Atlantic apartments highlights the ongoing public safety challenges facing the city and the need for continued efforts to address gun violence.
The details
According to the report, Richmond Police were called to the 4000 block of Midlothian Turnpike around 5:30 p.m. on Saturday for a report of a shooting. Officers found a man with a gunshot wound to his leg at the Belt Atlantic apartment complex. Crime Insider sources told reporter Jon Burkett that the victim's injuries did not appear to be life-threatening. Detectives with the department's Major Crimes unit were on the scene working the case, but no additional details were available at the time.
- The incident occurred around 5:30 p.m. on Saturday, March 28, 2026.
The players
Jon Burkett
A reporter for the CBS 6 news team who serves as a Crime Insider and provided details about this incident to the public.
Richmond Police
The law enforcement agency that responded to the shooting call and is investigating the incident at the Belt Atlantic apartments.
What’s next
Detectives are continuing to investigate the shooting and gather more information. The police are asking anyone with details about the incident to come forward through Crime Stoppers.
The takeaway
This latest shooting at the Belt Atlantic apartments underscores the ongoing challenges Richmond faces in addressing gun violence and ensuring public safety in all neighborhoods. While the victim's injuries were not life-threatening, incidents like this erode community trust and highlight the need for a comprehensive, multi-faceted approach to reducing crime.
