Stephen Espadron, a 38-year-old Vallejo resident, was killed on January 22, 2022, in the 500 block of Duboce Avenue in North Richmond. Officers responding to 911 calls around 1:30 p.m. found Espadron with multiple gunshot wounds; despite life-saving efforts by officers and medics he was pronounced dead at the scene. This was Richmond’s first homicide of 2022.

The Richmond Police Department has been investigating and says no suspects have been identified. Investigators are following leads and seeking any information or video surveillance that could help explain what happened; police have not disclosed a motive or the specific circumstances of the shooting. The investigation remains open.

If anyone saw activity in the 500 block of Duboce Avenue around 1:30 p.m. on January 22, 2022, or has surveillance footage or other information, please contact the Richmond Police Department.