Ricardo V. Washburn was 52 when he was shot and killed on September 10, 2008, at 416 N 26th Street in Louisville, Kentucky during the theft of his vehicle. A husband, father and stepfather, he worked for Ralcorp-Bakery Chef and was active in St. Stephen Church and Omega Psi Phi Fraternity. The Louisville Metro Police Department investigated the case, which remains an open homicide with no identified suspect or suspects.

After the death, Washburn’s widow pursued a claim against their auto insurer for policy benefits; a court ruled the policy did not cover the criminal act that caused his death. The family and community held vigils and memorials remembering his kindness and devotion. If anyone knew Ricardo, saw activity near 416 N 26th Street on September 10, 2008, or has information about the vehicle theft that led to his shooting, please come forward.