Lionel Richie

Death by Force
Case Description
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Lionel Richie, a 19-year-old male, was murdered on March 27, 2005, at 3813 Riverpark Drive in Louisville, Kentucky. His case remains unsolved, as it is listed among the numerous open homicide investigations for the year 2005. The Louisville Metro Police Department continues to encourage anyone with information to come forward, hoping to bring justice to Richie’s family. As part of their ongoing efforts, they invite community members to provide tips anonymously to help solve the case.
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    Victim Details

    Lionel Richie

    December 14, 2022

    Male

    African-American / Black

    Louisville

    KY

    2005-03-27

    19

    Lionel

    Richie

    10/12/2024


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    Forum Posts (3)
    I’ve been thinking a lot about the neighborhood where Lionel Richie was killed back in 2005. River... ...Read More
    09/27/2024
    Has anyone else been following Lionel Richie's unsolved case from 2005? It's always haunted me how a... ...Read More
    06/01/2023
    Hey everyone, I’ve been following the case of Lionel Richie, the young man tragically taken from h... ...Read More
    03/23/2023
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