Colden Davis, a 20-year-old man from Northridge, tragically died on January 24, 2019, at a shooting range in Riverside, California. According to reports, Davis shot himself at the Riverside Magnum Range at approximately 1:35 p.m. He was practicing shooting when he removed his hearing protection and then shot himself. Despite being rushed to the hospital, he was pronounced dead at 4:28 p.m.
The Riverside County Coroner’s Office confirmed his identity and the cause of death as a self-inflicted gunshot wound.
The incident was captured on surveillance video, which showed Davis engaging in target practice before the tragic event. The Riverside police did not find any evidence of foul play or involvement of other individuals in his death. Consequently, there were no arrests, suspects, or ongoing investigations related to his death. The authorities classified the case as a suicide, and no litigation or law cases were pursued in connection with this incident.
In the aftermath of Davis's death, the Riverside police emphasized the importance of mental health support and recommended that individuals experiencing a mental health crisis seek help. They provided contact information for Community Connect’s 24-hour phone service, which offers counseling and support for those in need. This tragic event highlighted the critical need for accessible mental health resources and support systems to prevent such incidents in the future.
