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Shooting victim dies, suspect arrested
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Peter W. Simpson | CCPD file photo


Published: February 02, 2010

courtesy of Chesterfield County Police Department
Peter Simpson, 55, of the 7800 block of Flag Tail Drive has been arrested in connection with the shooting death of his stepson Devon Mason, 19.

Chesterfield County Police responded to Flag Tail Drive in the Triple Crown subdivision for a report of a man shot. Once emergency personnel arrived, Mason was transported to VCU Medical Center where he was pronounced dead.

Police say a domestic situation led to an argument between Simpson and Mason which resulted in Mason being shot.

Simpson has been charged with second degree murder, use of a firearm in the commission of a felony and domestic assault of his wife Francelia Archie-Simpson.  He is being held without bond in the Chesterfield County Jail pending an upcoming hearing in the Chesterfield County Juvenile and Domestic Relations District Court.

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by Jasmin of midlothian,va Feb. 4, 2010, 07:45 AM

I always knew this guy was crazy, I worked with him. He was definitely a con-artist and a talker but everyone else was fooled except me. He needs to rot, he had it so good. Good job, nice home, but CRAZY. He showed his anger one time to me, blessed the wife, I can not imagine what she is going through.


by Mrs. Almenas of Chesterfield, VA Feb. 2, 2010, 10:25 PM

My daughter attended school with this young man and is feeling the pain of his loss.  I urge all those who are going through a domestic violence situation to seek help.  If not for you then please do it for your children.  Our prayers are with his mother and the rest of the family.  R.I.P. Devon.


by Elaine Turner of Montvale, NJ (work) Feb. 2, 2010, 11:31 AM

R.I.P. Devon, this young man is my nephew.  He is a very sweet and loving soul, who will be missed.


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