Richmond police have made an arrest in connection to a homicide on Hunt Avenue.

Michael Sprague, 57, of Richmond, has been charged with shooting within an occupied dwelling and possession of a firearm by a convicted felon.

Police were called at around 9:30 p.m. on Sunday to the 500 block of Hunt Avenue. Once on scene, officers found Johnnita Russell, 34, of Richmond, inside a home suffering from apparent gunshot wounds. She was pronounced dead at the scene.

Police said additional charges are pending against Sprague.

Anyone with information about this homicide investigation is asked to call Major Crimes Detective B. Neifeld at (804) 646-3246 or call Crime Stoppers at (804) 780-1000. The P3 Tips Crime Stoppers app for smartphones also may be used. All Crime Stoppers reporting methods are

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