Richmond Police Department: Statement By Richmond Police Chief Gerald Smith On The Sentencing Of Waseem Hackett

Press release from Richmond Police Department:

Wednesday, February 16, 2022

We are greatly
relieved at the just outcome of this case and that the 25 years active sentence
was handed down. This is an example of individuals being held responsible for
their actions.

On behalf of the
men and women serving and protecting our community, I would like to thank Judge
Beverly Snukals, Commonwealth Attorney Colette McEachin and her Office, and
Deputy Commonwealth Attorney Michael Hollomon for their work in bringing this
case to a successful conclusion. I offer my heartfelt thanks to all who have
and continue to show support to officers Rashad Martin and Jason Scott and to
all within the Richmond Police Department. I’m proud of our
sworn officers, for their professionalism and dedication in fulfilling their
duty, today and every day. Our brothers and
sisters in blue stand ready to answer when you call and as a department we’re
ready to move forward. We are RPD Strong.

This press release was produced by Richmond Police Department. The views expressed here are the author’s own.