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Richard Eloy Hernandez

Case from Topeka, KS dated Jul 13, 2024

Victim Details

Richard Eloy Hernandez

Male

Hispanic / Latino

Topeka

KS

2024-07-13

47

Richard

Eloy Hernandez

Yes

07/05/2026

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On a summer day in Topeka, Kansas, the life of Richard Eloy Hernandez, a 47-year-old Hispanic male, was tragically cut short. On July 13, 2024, Hernandez, known to his friends and family as "Rico," was fatally shot in the city. The incident prompted an investigation by local law enforcement, leading to the arrest of two individuals. Following the initial arrests, one person was subsequently released.

The investigation progressed, and the Shawnee County District Attorney's Office brought f ...
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  • The Topeka Capital-Journal: 2 arrested, then 1 released after Topeka shooting death of Richard Hernandez, 47
  • https://www.ksnt.com/news/police-identify-north-topeka-shooting-victim/
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    I've been following Rico's case and wanted to spotlight something that really hits home f... ...Read More
    09/23/2024
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    08/19/2024
    I keep thinking about the artistic side of Rico and how it's often overlooked in discussions about t... ...Read More
    08/03/2024
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