Lancaster Robinson, a 63-year-old Black man from Richmond, Virginia, was a father, grandfather, and the oldest of seven children. Born in Hanover County, he attended the John M. Gandy Public School and was part of a large, loving family. He was the father of a son, Richie L. Wyatt, and a daughter, Sonya E. Scott, and the grandfather of six. At the time of his death, he was survived by his mother, Hester E. Harris, five of his siblings, and many nieces and nephews who cherished his memory.
On the afternoon of Monday, January 20, 2014, Lancaster Robinson was found deceased inside his home in the 3200 block of the Richmond-Henrico Turnpike. Police were called to the scene around 2 p.m. An autopsy conducted the following day revealed the cause of his death. The medical examiner determined that Mr.
Robinson died as a result of "sharp object penetration," and his death was ruled a homicide.
The Richmond Police Department opened an investigation into the stabbing, seeking information from the public that could lead to an arrest. However, despite their efforts, no suspects were publicly identified, and no arrests were announced in the months that followed.
As of December 2014, the homicide of Lancaster Robinson remained unsolved. His case has grown cold, and there have been no further public developments. The investigation is ongoing, and authorities continue to ask for assistance. Anyone with information is urged to call Richmond Crime Stoppers at 804-780-1000.
