In the winter of 2014, a beloved member of the Boston community, 34-year-old Ricky McKinney, an African-American male, was fatally shot. The incident occurred on the evening of January 14, 2014, shortly before 6:00 PM, inside the barbershop on Tremont Street where he worked. McKinney was the third homicide victim in the city that year.
Known affectionately as "Rick" or "Slick" to his friends and family, McKinney was a respected barber. Those who knew him described him as a kind-hearted and hardworking man, as well as a dedicated father to his eight children. His death sent shockwaves through the community, leaving his family, friends, and clients in a state of disbelief and sorrow. Many remembered him as a positive influence in the neighborhood.
Following the shooting, McKinney was transported to a nearby hospital, where he was pronounced dead by emergency physicians. The Boston Police Department launched an investigation into the homicide. To date, the case remains unsolved, and authorities have not publicly identified any suspects or made any arrests in connection with the murder of Ricky McKinney. The Boston Police Department continues to appeal to the public for any information that might lead to a break in the case and bring justice to his family.
