Joseph James "Joey" Strickland, aged 28, tragically passed away on March 16, 2017, in Chico, California. Joey was born on October 22, 1988, in San Diego, California, and moved to Chico with his family in 1989. He was the youngest of six children and was known for his playful and humorous nature. Joey enjoyed drawing, wrestling, football, playing video games, and spending time with his nieces and nephews.
He was a beloved member of his family and community, leaving behind his parents, siblings, and four children.
Joey's death was ruled a homicide after his body was discovered behind a silo on River Road. The Butte County Sheriff's Office launched an investigation into his death, working to piece together the events leading up to the tragedy. Joey had been living with a friend he met through a mutual acquaintance, and his communication with his family had become sporadic in the weeks before his death. His mother, Charmain Riggs, had a strong feeling that something was wrong when she hadn't heard from him for several days. Her concerns were confirmed when a sheriff's deputy informed her that Joey had been found deceased.
The investigation into Joey's death involved collaboration between the Butte County Sheriff's Office and Glenn County law enforcement, as Joey had connections in both areas. Detectives worked to develop leads and identify suspects, but details about the case were kept confidential to avoid compromising the investigation. Joey's ex-girlfriend, who had a restraining order against him, was among the individuals interviewed as part of the investigation. Despite these efforts, the case remained unsolved, leaving Joey's family and friends seeking justice for his untimely death.
