In the early morning hours of October 17, 2016, the life of 26-year-old Richard McClinton Jr. of North Braddock, Pennsylvania, was tragically cut short. A woman taking a walk along a trail near the Hawkins Village housing complex in Rankin discovered his body and immediately contacted the authorities. Investigators determined that McClinton had been shot and killed sometime between 2:00 and 3:00 a.m.
Residents in the vicinity reported hearing multiple gunshots during that time, piercing the quiet of the night.
Richard, known to his loved ones as 'Ricky,' was remembered as a loving and caring individual with a great sense of humor who was protective of his family. He was the father of three young children. His death left his family and friends heartbroken and searching for answers. The Rankin police chief was seen joining in a prayer circle with McClinton's grieving family and friends at the scene.
In the immediate aftermath of the discovery, the Allegheny County Police began an investigation into the homicide. They canvassed the area for evidence and reviewed surveillance footage from the housing complex in an effort to identify who was responsible for Richard McClinton Jr.'s death. However, despite their efforts, no suspects have been publicly identified, and no arrests have been announced in connection with the case. The investigation into his unsolved murder remains ongoing, leaving a community and a family still waiting for justice.
