Victim Information

James Byrd

Gender:
Male
Height:
6'0
Hair Color:
Black
Age:
24
Race:
Black or African American
Weight:
320
Eye Color:
Brown

Case Details

King and Queen SO – Case: 2016-009757 – James Edward “Scooter” Byrd

About the Case:

On August 16th 2016 the King And Queen County Sheriff's Office received A 911 phone call, where the caller stated the victim had been shot inside of the residence. Upon arrival the male who was identified as James "Scooter" Byrd was located inside the residence deceased from apparent gunshot wounds. The witness, who was also inside the residence advised they believed to have heard several suspects inside of the residence during the time of the struggle. After further investigation it was determined that no forced entry was made. The scene was then process by the King and Queen Sheriff's with the Virginia State Police . The victim was then transported to the OCME where this was ruled a homicide. This case is still open an on going, at this time. The murder weapon was later recovered in the city of Richmond, and confirmed by laboratory analysis.
Case Type:
Homicide
Incident Date:
08/16/2016
Location:
St. Stephens Church
Status:
Active

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Reporting Agency Information

Contact Name:
Investigator Wilson
Address:
P.O. Box 38 King and Queen Courthouse Va, 23085
Phone Number:
804-785-5490
Email:
mmwilson@kqso.net