RPD applauds ‘Spring Forward’ initiative while showcasing rise in shoplifting during crime briefing

RICHMOND, Va. (WRIC) — Richmond’s Police Department (RPD) applauded a decrease in overall violent crime during the 2026 first quarter safety briefing.

On Thursday, April 9, Mayor Danny Avula joined Chief of Police Rick Edwards to discuss recent safety initiatives, including results from the Spring Forward campaign and first quarter crime stats.

Greg Hopkins, director of the Office of Gun Violence Prevention, also presented information from Spring Forward…

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