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id: 999127245c
section: safety
first_reported: 2026-11-09 16:39 EST
updated: 2026-11-09 16:39 EST
status: reported
outlets: 1
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# Hit-and-run kills Richmond folksinger Harry Laverty

Harry "Gerry" Laverty, a 75-year-old Richmond folksinger, was killed in a Shockoe Bottom hit-and-run. The driver faces a felony charge.

Section: [Public Safety](/richmond/section/safety.md) · Entities: [Harry Laverty](/richmond/wiki/harry-laverty.md)

## Coverage

- [WTVR CBS 6](https://www.wtvr.com/news/local-news/harry-gerry-laverty-obit-nov-9-2026), 2026-11-09 16:39 EST: Rare Olde Times fixture Harry 'Gerry' Laverty killed in Richmond hit and run

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