TeJon Clark, a 24-year-old man originally from Sacramento, California, was tragically killed on April 23, 2022, in Richmond, California. Clark had been living in Texas for about a year and a half but was visiting his father at the Pullman Point Apartments in Richmond when the incident occurred. The shooting took place around 3:35 p.m. at the apartment complex located in the 2800 block of Pullman Avenue.
Clark was pronounced dead at the scene, while another man, a friend who had accompanied him on the visit, was critically wounded and transported to the hospital.
The Richmond Police Department responded to the scene after receiving multiple emergency calls and a ShotSpotter activation. Upon arrival, officers found both men down, with Clark already deceased. The other victim, who had managed to run about 100 yards before collapsing, was taken to the hospital in critical but stable condition. The police have stated that they do not believe the shooting was gang-related but suspect that a disagreement between two groups may have led to the violence.
As of now, no arrests have been made in connection with Clark's death. Richmond police have indicated that they have "solid investigative leads" and are actively working towards making arrests and pursuing prosecution. The case remains under investigation, with detectives continuing to follow up on leads. This incident marked the seventh homicide in Richmond for the year 2022, highlighting a concerning trend of gun violence in the area.
The community and Clark's family are left seeking justice and answers as the investigation progresses. The Richmond Police Department has urged anyone with information about the shooting to come forward to assist in solving the case and bringing those responsible to justice.
