RICHMOND, Va. — Richmond police reported sharp declines in violent crime during the first half of the year while also raising concerns about rising domestic violence, accidental shootings and shoplifting.
During a crime briefing, Richmond Police Chief Rick Edwards said homicides and shootings specifically were at some of their lowest levels in more than a decade.
Police reported murders down 33% in comparison to the same period last year, while nonfatal shootings have dropped to 26%…