Richard Doss, a 21-year-old aspiring rapper known by his stage name Lil Buzz, was tragically killed on June 24, 2018, in Richmond, California. Doss was found with multiple gunshot wounds in his car on the 500 block of 23rd Street around 8:45 p.m. after police responded to reports of shots fired and a possible car accident. He was pronounced dead at the scene.
Doss had been working hard to make a name for himself in the music industry, releasing an EP titled "Ballads of a Young Playa" and gaining a following for his unique flow and honest lyrics about the struggles of street life.
The investigation into Doss's murder has been ongoing, with the Richmond Police Department offering a $10,000 reward for information leading to the arrest and charges of those responsible. Despite extensive efforts, including seeking assistance from the public, the case remains unsolved. Detectives have been particularly interested in identifying individuals who were seen in a dark-colored Jeep Cherokee in the area at the time of the shooting. The police have urged anyone with information to come forward, but so far, no arrests have been made.
Doss's death has left a significant impact on his family, friends, and the local community. He was remembered as a driven and ambitious young man who was dedicated to his music and his family. His cousin, Darryl Allison, described him as someone who always had big dreams and worked tirelessly to achieve them. Doss's music often reflected his personal experiences and the challenges he faced growing up in Richmond, making his untimely death all the more poignant for those who knew him and followed his career. The community continues to hope for justice and closure in the case of Richard Doss's murder.
