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Lavon Donelle Woodson

Case from Richmond, VA dated May 22, 2026

Victim Details

Lavon Donelle Woodson

Male

Richmond

VA

2026-05-22

44

Lavon

Donelle Woodson

07/10/2026

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On a chaotic Friday night of Memorial Day weekend in Henrico, Virginia, Lavon Donelle Woodson, a 44-year-old man, was fatally shot on May 22, 2026. The incident occurred in the parking lot of Mel J's Bar and Grill, located on the 7500 block of Brook Road, shattering the evening for patrons and staff. Police responded to reports of the shooting just after 11:00 p.m. and, along with concerned citizens, attempted to render aid to Woodson. Despite their efforts, he succumbed to his injuries at the s ...
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  • CBS 6 News Richmond WTVR: Police ID man killed in shooting near Henrico restaurant and bar
  • Lavon Donelle Woodson, age 44 - National Gun Violence Memorial
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    I've been following the tragic event that occurred at Mel J's Bar and Grill over the Memorial Day we... ...Read More
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