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Eugene Robert Coleman Jr. was trying to turn across the street just before 10 p.m. from a shopping center to the eastbound lanes, according to police. His vehicle was struck by a vehicle traveling west, and he was pronounced dead at the scene. Investigators believe speed may have been a factor in the crash, and charges may be forthcoming. The eastbound lanes of West Broad Street were closed at Coppermill Trace for several hours after the crash.

Anyone with information about the crash is asked to call Crash Team Investigator L. C. Jones at 804-501-5000 or submit information anonymously through Metro Richmond Crime Stoppers at (804) 780-1000 or p3tips.com.