Basheed I. Boatwright, 36, was found with gunshot wounds outside a home on Eureka Drive in Richmond on the evening of December 14, 2017. He was taken to a nearby hospital but died of his injuries. The killing occurred during a period of elevated violence in the neighborhood.

Authorities arrested two suspects quickly: 18-year-old James E. Williams Jr. was taken into custody the same day, and 19-year-old Davion P. Alexander was captured the next day by the U.S. Marshals Service. Both were charged with murder, conspiracy to commit murder, and use of a firearm in the commission of a felony and were held without bond. Investigators reported a police pursuit of a silver Honda SUV linked to multiple shootings and an ensuing shootout that led to the suspects’ capture. Reports also indicated a possible connection to a local gang referred to as the Lake View Crew, though the precise motive for Boatwright’s killing remained unclear.

Boatwright was born February 14, 1981, graduated from Richmond Public Schools, earned a GED and other certifications, and worked as a cook, most recently at the District 5 restaurant. He enjoyed cooking, played football and basketball in his youth, and was remembered by family for his generosity and smile. If anyone knew Basheed or has information about the events on December 14, 2017, please come forward.