Richmond police have charged a man with a felony following a fatal hit-and-run on East Main Street that claimed the life of a 75-year-old man.
The driver, identified as John Mcsparren, was arrested after striking Harry Laverty of Richmond just after 10 a.m. on Friday, Nov. 6. Laverty was transported to a hospital following the collision, where he later died. Mcsparren, 47, has been formally charged with felony hit and run.
Arrest Made in East Main Street Fatal Crash
According to an official police news release, the investigation into the collision on East Main Street concluded with the arrest of John Mcsparren. The incident occurred just after 10 a.m., leaving the victim critically injured. Emergency responders rushed the 75-year-old victim, later identified as Harry Laverty, to a local hospital. Despite medical efforts, Laverty was pronounced dead later that day.
Police credit the swift resolution to information provided by the public. “RPD thanks all those who came forward with information regarding this tragic collision which assisted investigators,” the department stated in its release.
Victim and Driver Identified
The Richmond Police Department confirmed the identities of both the victim and the driver involved in the deadly incident. The deceased was named as Harry Laverty, a 75-year-old resident of Richmond. The individual who struck him was identified as John Mcsparren. Police have not released any additional information about a potential relationship between the two men, nor have they specified the circumstances that led to the collision on the busy city street.
While the initial police report outlines the basic facts of the crash, the specific events leading up to the impact remain under official review.
Community Assistance Leads to Charges
The role of community members in this case has been significant. Richmond police emphasized that tips from the public were instrumental in identifying the driver and bringing charges. The department’s Crash Team, led by Investigator T. Harrell, worked diligently to follow up on leads provided by witnesses and concerned citizens.
Anyone with further information related to the collision is encouraged to contact authorities. Detective T. Harrell can be reached directly at 804-709-4057. Alternatively, anonymous tips can be submitted to Crime Stoppers by calling 804-780-1000.
The legal process for John Mcsparren is now underway. The outcome of the case will be determined by the court system, which will weigh the evidence presented by the prosecution and any defense that may be mounted.
