Darkell Jones was 15 when he was shot and killed while riding his scooter in Richmond’s Southside on the evening of March 22, 2026. Police found him unresponsive near East 11th and Hull streets; he was taken from that corner and later identified by family. Authorities said they were still investigating motive and, as of the latest reporting, no arrest had been announced and no suspect had been publicly identified.

Family and community members remembered Darkell as a small-statured teenager with a big heart. He attended Richmond Technical Center and had been involved with his church for nearly three years, helping load vans and deliver food. A pastor said he had seen Darkell at church that same morning, only to learn hours later that the boy had been killed.

Darkell was reported to be close to his 16th birthday. Anyone who knew him or has information about what happened near East 11th and Hull on March 22 is asked to come forward.