Son charged in father's death after Chesterfield assault
TL;DR: A Chesterfield man has been charged with second-degree murder after his father died from injuries sustained in an assault at their home.
Quick facts
- Who: Kasey Connelly, 33; victim Kelly Connelly, 65 (father)
- What: Son charged with second-degree murder after father's death following alleged assault
- When: Assault occurred Saturday, June 21 around 8 p.m.; victim died Sunday, June 22
- Where: 14600 block of Cornwall Lane, Enon area, Chesterfield County
The story
Kasey Connelly, 33, has been charged with second-degree murder in connection with the death of his father, Kelly Connelly, 65. Officers responded to a residence on the 14600 block of Cornwall Lane in the Enon area of Chesterfield County around 8 p.m. on Saturday, June 21, after receiving a report that Kelly Connelly had been assaulted. He was transported to a hospital for treatment of injuries consistent with an assault.
Kelly Connelly died from his injuries the following day. Police initially obtained a warrant for domestic assault, but after the victim's death, charges against Kasey Connelly were elevated to second-degree murder. Witnesses at the scene identified Kasey Connelly as the suspect involved in the assault.
Kasey Connelly was located at the 6200 block of Arbor Park Drive and arrested. He has been taken to the Chesterfield County Jail and is being held without bond pending further court proceedings. The case remains under investigation by Chesterfield County Police. Anyone with information about the incident is encouraged to contact Chesterfield Police at 804-748-1251 or Crime Solvers at 804-748-0660.
Key players
- Kasey Connelly: Defendant, charged with second-degree murder
- Kelly Connelly: Victim, 65-year-old father
- Chesterfield County Police Department: Investigating authority
- Chesterfield County Jail: Holding facility for defendant
Why it matters: This case highlights the serious consequences of domestic violence and assault. Residents in Chesterfield County can follow case developments through the Virginia court system to stay informed about local criminal proceedings.
Places
- Cornwall Lane (Enon area)+Chesterfield+VA)
- Chesterfield County Jail
Development timeline
- 2026-06-21Assault reported: Officers respond to 14600 block of Cornwall Lane around 8 p.m. after report that Kelly Connelly, 65, has been assaulted; victim transported to hospital [[source]](https://www.12onyourside.com/2026/06/22/son-charged-after-father-dies-following-chesterfield-assault/)
- 2026-06-21Warrant issued: Police obtain warrant for domestic assault; witnesses identify Kasey Connelly, 33, as suspect [[source]](https://www.wtvr.com/news/local-news/chesterfield-county/kasey-connelly-murder-charge-june-22-2026)
- 2026-06-22Victim dies from injuries: Kelly Connelly dies in hospital from injuries sustained in the assault [[source]](https://www.wtvr.com/news/local-news/chesterfield-county/kasey-connelly-murder-charge-june-22-2026)
- 2026-06-22Charges elevated to murder: Kasey Connelly arrested and charged with second-degree murder; held in Chesterfield County Jail without bond [[source]](https://www.12onyourside.com/2026/06/22/son-charged-after-father-dies-following-chesterfield-assault/)
Related links
- Chesterfield County Police Department
- Virginia Court System - Case Information
- Chesterfield County Courts
- Chesterfield County Criminal Court Information
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Sources
- Son charged with murder after father dies from assault, Chesterfield County police say
- Son charged after father dies following Chesterfield assault
- Chesterfield County Police Department
- Virginia Court System - Case Information
- Man charged with murder in Chesterfield assault death
- Son Charged in Father's Murder Following Assault