On June 18, 2024, at approximately 4:15 p.m., a shooting occurred in the 700 block of Pennsylvania Avenue in Richmond, California, resulting in the deaths of two individuals and injuries to two others. The Contra Costa County Coroner identified the deceased as 30-year-old Alvaro Garcia Par and 21-year-old Maciyah Brown, both residents of Richmond.
According to reports, Alvaro Garcia Par, originally from Guatemala, was shot as he was leaving the Family Market & Deli on Pennsylvania
Avenue. The incident was reported following a ShotSpotter activation, with officers arriving to find one victim deceased at the scene. The other three victims were transported to local trauma centers, where one succumbed to their injuries.
In response to this and other recent acts of violence, the Richmond Police Department increased patrols and initiated high-visibility operations to address community concerns and enhance public safety. During a 30-hour period starting June 19, 2024, Richmond police arrested four suspects and seized four firearms, although it is unclear if these arrests were directly connected to the Pennsylvania Avenue shooting.
As of the latest available information, no specific arrests have been reported in connection with the deaths of Alvaro Garcia Par and Maciyah Brown. The investigation remains active, with detectives working to identify and apprehend those responsible. Community members with information are encouraged to contact the Richmond Police Department to assist in solving this case.
