Eric Perry

Eric Perry is a general assignment reporter for NBC12 News. He was born and raised in Atlanta, Georgia where he graduated from a performing arts high school. Eric graduated from Hampton University in 2016 (Go Pirates!) with a degree in Broadcast Journalism and Theater Performance. Before coming to Richmond, Eric spent two years as a Reporter/Anchor at WBBJ in Jackson, Tennessee. Eric is a proud member of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity Inc. and loves getting involved in the community. In his spare time he loves trying new restaurants and taking care of his fur son ‘Harper’.

Recent Articles by Eric

Fight, social media threat lead to more officers at Manchester High School

Police say two students - a boy and girl - were involved in a verbal dispute. The girl then struck the boy, who also made a threatening statement to the girl, police said.

Eric Perry

Published February 15, 2019 at 7:44 PM

Couples renew their vows on Valentines Day

It was a day of love for four couples at McGuire Veterans Medical Center.

Eric Perry

Published February 14, 2019 at 6:39 PM

‘Northam needs to resign’: Protesters gather outside Governor’s Mansion

Calls for Governor Ralph Northam to resign continued Wednesday evening.

Eric Perry

Published February 13, 2019 at 11:18 PM

Chesterfield school bus aide charged with strangling student

John T. Wescott, 48, of Chesterfield, was arrested after an investigation revealed he strangled a 12-year-old student, Chesterfield police said.

Eric Perry

Published February 12, 2019 at 11:25 PM

Could you use $110? Virginia Tax Plan allows refunds to be processed, and sets up an additional one

State leaders reached an agreement to allow the state to start processing tax returns and refunds, but it would also return nearly a billion dollars to taxpayer pockets.

Eric Perry

Published February 8, 2019 at 8:34 PM

Rev. Sharpton to Gov. Northam: ‘You are a blackface user’

The Rev. Al Sharpton didn’t hold back on his thoughts Thursday about the controversy surrounding the state’s top leaders.

Eric Perry

Published February 7, 2019 at 7:30 PM

Virginians react to the political controversies

Virginians speak out on the three bombshell controversies that has all eyes on Virginia.

Eric Perry

Published February 7, 2019 at 5:22 AM

Man says Northam dressed as an attorney at Halloween party: ‘He was dressed in a three-piece suit’

Rob Marsh, Governor Ralph Northam’s medical school roommate, is speaking out for the first time on the controversial racist images that have many calling for Northam’s resignation.

Eric Perry

Published February 4, 2019 at 4:47 AM

Customers furious after longtime auto shop closes without notice

Several customers are upset after a longtime Baugh Auto Body Shop closed for business without notice.

Eric Perry

Published February 2, 2019 at 12:33 PM

Chesterfield police: 15-year-old sexually assaults woman in vehicle

Police say the boy pushed the woman into a car in a parking lot on Hull Street Road and assaulted her.

Eric Perry

Published January 31, 2019 at 4:17 PM

Breaking the Silence: A Digital Dialogue about sexual assault

Speaking up about sexual assault is one of the most difficult things a victim will ever have to go through.

Jasmine Turner and Eric Perry

Published January 31, 2019 at 2:41 PM

Scott’s Addition residents could see new trail

Dozens of neighbors in Scott’s Addition came together Wednesday to discuss plans for a new bike and running trail.

Eric Perry

Published January 30, 2019 at 10:43 PM

Virginians react to Empire star attacked in possible hate crime

The FBI is stepping in to investigate.

Eric Perry

Published January 29, 2019 at 9:39 PM

Local federal employees hit with another challenge as they head back to work

Local federal workers returning to work for the first time in 35 days say they were hit with an unexpected cost, parking.

Eric Perry

Published January 28, 2019 at 11:32 PM

Church Hill residents frustrated over recent car break-ins

Church Hill residents are on edge after a string of recent car break ins.

Eric Perry

Published January 25, 2019 at 3:56 PM

State Senate passes bill allowing weapons in worship spaces

In a narrow 21-19 vote, a bill that will allow guns inside places of worship clears the State Senate.

Eric Perry

Published January 24, 2019 at 6:47 PM

Backyards in Chester neighborhood flooded thanks to critters

A Chester man says his backyard has turned into a swamp over the past few weeks.

Eric Perry

Published January 24, 2019 at 12:02 AM

Richmond Superintendent proposes $13 million cuts to central office

It was a tough conversation in Tuesday night’s Richmond School Board meeting after Superintendent Jason Kamras proposed cuts to the central office to help the deficit.