Richard Hopwood, 34, of Porterville, California, was shot and killed outside an apartment complex in the 400 block of South Main Street on May 22, 2017. Officers who responded to a distress call at about 8:30 PM found Hopwood at the building entrance with multiple gunshot wounds; he died at the scene despite first responders’ efforts.

Investigators say the shooting occurred outside the apartment complex and that the motive is unknown. As of the latest reports there have been no arrests and no suspects publicly identified. Detectives continue to investigate and the Porterville Police Department has asked anyone with information to come forward, including anonymous tips.

If anyone was in the area that evening or has information about who might have been involved, please contact the Porterville Police Department.