On June 18, 2024, at approximately 4:15 p.m., Richmond Police responded to reports of a shooting in the 700 block of Pennsylvania Avenue, the location of Family Market and Deli. Upon arrival, officers found 21-year-old Richmond resident Maciyah Brown deceased at the scene. Three other individuals had sustained gunshot wounds and were transported to local hospitals; among them, 30-year-old Alvaro Garcia Par, also from Richmond, succumbed to his injuries.
The two remaining victims were expected to survive.
The incident was part of a surge in violence in Richmond, with three fatal shootings occurring within a 10-hour span. Approximately eight hours after the Pennsylvania Avenue shooting, another fatal incident took place in the 1300 block of Kelsey Street, resulting in the death of 38-year-old Oakland resident Lorenzo Newell.
In response to these events, the Richmond Police Department increased patrols and initiated high-visibility operations to address community concerns and enhance public safety. Despite these efforts, no arrests have been made in connection with the shootings, and the identities of any suspects have not been disclosed. The investigations remain active and ongoing, with authorities urging anyone with information to come forward.
