Jeramy Onassis Gilliam

Deadly force

Jeramy Gilliam was confronted by a lone officer who was part of a "community response team" checking the area after a July 20 burglary attempt. Richmond police have said Gilliam matched a description of the burglary suspect and was asked to show his identification. They contend he instead pulled a pistol and pointed it at Richmond officer William V. Blackwell, who shot Gilliam to death.