HOPEWELL, VA — A man is dead and a woman is in custody following a fatal stabbing that occurred just after midnight Thursday in Hopewell. Police have identified the victim as 41-year-old Sharod Tucker, a local resident. The deadly incident unfolded in the 200 block of South 4th Avenue.
Hopewell Police say they were called to the scene at approximately 12:01 a.m. on May 1 after receiving reports of a stabbing. Upon arrival, officers discovered Tucker suffering from a stab wound. Emergency responders pronounced him dead at the scene. The area was secured as detectives launched an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the incident.
Authorities arrested 46-year-old Raimona Renee Freeman of Hopewell at the scene. She has been charged with voluntary manslaughter and is currently being held without bond at Riverside Regional Jail. Police have not disclosed any details about what led up to the stabbing, and the relationship between Freeman and Tucker has not been confirmed.
The Hopewell Police Department’s Criminal Investigations Unit is leading the investigation. Detectives are working to gather evidence, interview witnesses, and determine what may have sparked the fatal altercation. As of Thursday evening, no additional suspects are being sought, and officials say there is no threat to the public.
Police are encouraging anyone with information to come forward. Lead Detective Shawn Grant can be reached at (804) 541-2284. Those who wish to remain anonymous can call the Hopewell Prince George Crime Solvers hotline at (804) 541-2202 or submit tips through the P3tips mobile app. Authorities say community assistance could be vital in helping to clarify the events that led to Tucker’s death.
This incident marks another tragic episode of violence in Hopewell, leaving neighbors shocked and family members grieving. As the investigation continues, city officials and law enforcement are urging residents to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity. Further updates are expected once additional evidence is reviewed and court proceedings begin.
