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Eric Powell

Case from Richmond, VA dated Sep 21, 2021

Victim Details

Eric Powell

Male

Black / African American

Richmond

VA

2021-09-21

39

Eric

Powell

07/16/2026

Case Description

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On a Tuesday in September 2021, the life of 39-year-old Eric Powell, a male from Richmond, Virginia, was cut short by gun violence. The shooting occurred on September 21st, leaving a family to mourn the loss of a father of six.

Initial news reports indicated that a death investigation was underway after a person was shot along Richmond Highway. The victim was later identified as Eric Powell. At the time, law enforcement had not released information regarding any potential suspects or arre ...
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  • WTVR: Father of six killed along Richmond Highway
  • 8News: Death investigation underway after person shot on Richmond Highway
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