In the early morning hours of Monday, June 13, 2022, the life of 32-year-old Eric Barbour was tragically cut short in Richmond, Virginia. Officers were dispatched to the 1200 block of West Moore Street at approximately 7:47 a.m. following a report of a person down. Upon their arrival, they discovered a male, later identified as Eric Barbour, unresponsive and suffering from a gunshot wound. Despite the efforts of first responders, he was pronounced dead at the scene.
The medical examiner would later confirm that the cause of death was a homicide.
Richmond Police detectives quickly began their investigation into the city's latest homicide, identifying the victim as a resident of Richmond. In the days that followed, authorities publicly identified Barbour and appealed to the community for any information that might lead to an understanding of the events that transpired on that fateful morning. Detectives urged anyone with knowledge of the shooting to come forward and contact either the Major Crimes unit or Crime Stoppers, assuring that any tips could be provided anonymously.
As of now, there have been no public announcements regarding any arrests made in connection with the murder of Eric Barbour. Details about a potential suspect or suspects have not been released by law enforcement officials. The investigation into his death remains ongoing as his family and the community await answers and seek justice for a life taken too soon. The case is listed among the homicides that occurred in Richmond in the year 2022.
