Angel Decarlo's family seeks $25 million, plus costs, in Hopewell wrongful-death lawsuit
The lawsuit claims Hopewell detective was 'reckless, wanton and showed disregard' for the woman's life when he shot her in 2018
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The lawsuit claims Hopewell detective was 'reckless, wanton and showed disregard' for the woman's life when he shot her in 2018
The special prosecutor in Angel Decarlo's murder probe says a Hopewell grand jury turned down indictment against officer
Police said the suspect, a 74-year-old man, was killed after he refused to comply with officers' commands to drop his weapons and continued shooting
HOPEWELL — It’s been more than four years since 31-year-old Angel DeCarlo was fatally shot by a police detective responding to a convenience store armed robbery in late 2018. Because a local officer was involved, Virginia State Police were asked to investigate, and a special prosecutor was appointed to determine whether he should face charges. Portsmouth Commonwealth’s Attorney Stephanie ...
Portsmouth Commonwealth's Attorney Stephanie Morales was asked to serve as special prosecutor in a case involving a Hopewell police officer who fatally shot a robbery suspect. Morales took the case on in 2019 but has yet to announce a decision.