Michael Richardson, 51, was shot and killed on January 9, 2020, in the Liberia neighborhood of Hollywood, Florida. The shooting happened in an alley along Simms Street between North 23rd Avenue and J.A. Ely Boulevard. Richardson was a regular at a nearby convenience store, and his death deeply affected the local community.

Police identified 38-year-old Jovon Warner as the primary suspect. Warner reportedly fled after the shooting and surrendered to authorities on January 11, 2020. He was charged with first-degree murder with a firearm and held without bond at the Broward County main jail. Prosecutors have asserted the killing was premeditated while the defense challenged aspects of the prosecution’s narrative.

Richardson’s family and friends have pushed for justice, and the case raised concerns about gun violence and community safety in Hollywood. If anyone knew Michael or has information about the shooting, please come forward.