A woman identified as Sally Sally has died following a police encounter at an apartment complex on Midlothian Turnpike. Authorities are investigating the circumstances surrounding the incident as additional details continue to emerge.
Police are investigating a fatal officer-involved shooting that occurred at the Belt Atlantic Apartments off Midlothian Turnpike in South Richmond.
Authorities confirmed the incident involved an encounter with law enforcement that resulted in the shooting of Sally Sally, who was later pronounced dead from her injuries. Emergency responders arrived at the scene shortly after the incident, but life-saving efforts were unsuccessful.
A large police presence remained at the apartment complex as investigators secured the area, documented evidence, and interviewed witnesses in an effort to determine exactly what led up to the deadly encounter. Crime scene units were also seen working throughout the complex as the investigation continued.
Residents in the area reported a significant law enforcement response, with multiple officers, patrol units, and emergency vehicles surrounding the property shortly after the shooting took place.
Richmond Police Chief Rick Edwards is expected to provide further details during a media briefing as the investigation develops. Officials say the circumstances surrounding the officer-involved shooting remain under active review, and additional information will be released once confirmed.
The case remains ongoing as authorities work to piece together the full sequence of events that led to the tragic outcome.
