Richard Hernandez was 57 when he was shot and killed in central Toledo on September 27, 2021. He suffered three gunshot wounds to the chest and one to the left hand; the Lucas County coroner ruled the death a homicide. The shooting occurred mid-day.

Police interviewed a suspect after the shooting but later released that person. No arrests have been announced and the investigation remains open. His death was recorded as the 53rd homicide in Toledo for 2021, and the community continues to mourn his loss.

If anyone has information about Richard Hernandez’s killing or saw anything in central Toledo on September 27, 2021, please contact the local authorities.