In the early morning hours of April 22, 2023, the life of 53-year-old Curtis Kitchen, a Black/African American male, was tragically cut short in Richmond, Virginia. Just after midnight, at approximately 12:13 a.m., Richmond Police were dispatched to the 1800 block of R Street, near Mosby Street, following reports of a shooting. Upon their arrival, officers discovered Mr. Kitchen unresponsive on the roadway, having sustained an apparent gunshot wound.
Despite the efforts of first responders, he was pronounced dead at the scene.
Investigators with the Richmond Police Department believe the shooting may have occurred shortly before they were called to the scene, closer to midnight. The Medical Examiner was tasked with determining the official cause and manner of death. In the initial stages of the investigation, authorities did not release any information about a possible suspect or the circumstances that may have led to the fatal shooting.
As of late 2024, the case of Curtis Kitchen's death remains unsolved. There have been no publicly announced arrests, nor has any information about a suspect or suspects been released to the public. The Richmond Police Department's Major Crimes detectives are continuing to investigate the homicide and have urged anyone with information to come forward. They have provided contact information for the lead detective and Crime Stoppers, emphasizing that tips can be submitted anonymously. The community awaits answers as the search for those responsible for Curtis Kitchen's death continues.
