On a Thursday evening in Richmond, Virginia, the life of 55-year-old Eddie Horne Jr. was tragically cut short. On March 9, 2023, police responded to a report of a shooting in the 00 block of Gladstone Avenue. Upon arrival, officers found Horne suffering from an apparent gunshot wound. He was quickly transported to a local hospital, but sadly succumbed to his injuries.
The Richmond Police Department launched a homicide investigation into the death of Eddie Horne Jr., a male resident of
the city. In the immediate aftermath, authorities appealed to the public for any information that could lead to an understanding of the events that transpired that night. Investigators urged anyone with knowledge of the shooting to contact the Major Crimes Detective J. Crewell or to leave an anonymous tip with Crime Stoppers.
Details regarding any arrests or the identification of suspects in the shooting death of Eddie Horne Jr. have not been made publicly available. The investigation into the circumstances surrounding his killing remains ongoing as authorities continue to seek answers and justice for the victim. His death was one of several homicides that occurred in Richmond in 2023.
