police-shooting · Belt Atlantic apartment complex, Richmond, Virginia
What happened after an officer fatally shot Jazmin Wooten-Mitchell in Richmond, VA?
What happened?
Following the fatal shooting of Jazmin Wooten-Mitchell by a Richmond Police officer on May 7, 2026, the officer was placed on paid administrative leave, and body camera footage was released. The incident is currently under investigation by major crimes detectives and the Commonwealth's Attorney, with no final determination on the officer's actions yet public.
Unresolved or unknown
Last checked: Jun 13, 2026Timeline
Jazmin Wooten-Mitchell is fatally shot by a Richmond Police officer at the Belt Atlantic apartment complex around 6:47 p.m.
Richmond Police Chief Rick Edwards holds a press conference; the officer involved is placed on paid administrative leave.
The YouTube clip titled "Officer Shoots Woman Firing Gun at Richmond Apartment Complex" is uploaded by PoliceActivity.
Loved ones gather to honor Jazmin Wooten-Mitchell's memory, releasing balloons associated with mental health awareness. The Richmond Police Department releases body camera and security footage of the incident.
As of this date, the investigation into the shooting is ongoing, and the Commonwealth's Attorney has not made a final determination.