Jessie Richardson, a 69-year-old male resident of Niagara Falls, New York, was found deceased in his Calumet Avenue home on the morning of December 24, 2019. A well-regarded figure in his community, Richardson was the owner of Richardson's Restaurant on Highland Avenue. The initial investigation into his death was deemed suspicious by the Niagara Falls Police Department.
Family members discovered Richardson on his bedroom floor.
They reported that he was found with his gun in his hand, leading them to believe he may have been attempting to defend himself during a home invasion. His family also disclosed that Richardson had been the victim of multiple robberies at his business and home prior to his death, causing him to become fearful for his life.
In the weeks that followed, the Niagara Falls Police Department officially ruled Jessie Richardson's death a homicide. Despite the classification of his death as a homicide and an ongoing police investigation, there have been no public announcements regarding any arrests made or suspects identified in connection with the case. The community mourned the loss of a man described as a mentor and a pillar of the local business scene.
