Eric Powell was 39 when he was fatally shot on September 21, 2021, along Richmond Highway in Richmond, Virginia. He was a father of six. Initial reports described a death investigation after an overnight shooting; Powell was later identified as the victim. Law enforcement did not release information about suspects or arrests at the time.

The shooting was one of several overnight gunfire incidents across Central Virginia that night. As of the latest public updates, no suspects, arrests, motive, or further case details have been disclosed and the investigation remains unresolved. If anyone knew Eric, witnessed activity along Richmond Highway that night, or has information that could help the investigation, please come forward.