Thomas Reggie Caldwell, 38, was shot and killed in the early morning hours of July 16, 2026, in the parking lot of an apartment complex on German School Road in Richmond, Virginia. Known to family as Lil Tee, Caldwell was found with multiple gunshot wounds and was pronounced dead at the scene; the Richmond Police Department immediately classified the case as a homicide.

A father remembered for his magnetic smile, confident personality and love of fashion, Caldwell’s family recalled his acceptance of Christ at a young age, his enjoyment of sports and the close relationships he kept with children, siblings and friends.

If anyone was in that area the morning of July 16 or has information about Caldwell’s movements or contacts before the shooting, please come forward with what you know.