James Champion IV, 43, was found dead in a stairwell on the 100 block of West Federal Street in Richmond after police responded to reports of random gunfire the evening of January 25, 2024. Officers arrived at about 7:15 p.m. and discovered Champion with an apparent gunshot wound; he was pronounced dead at the scene.

Born April 4, 1980, in Richmond, Champion was remembered by loved ones as having a good heart, a great sense of humor and a positive outlook on life. People who knew him described him as accepting of others and deeply passionate about caring for those close to him.

The Richmond Police Department is investigating the death as a homicide. No public information about suspects or arrests has been released and the investigation remains ongoing.

If anyone has information about what happened that evening or knew Champion’s movements around West Federal Street on January 25, please contact investigators.