In the early morning hours of June 27, 2021, the vibrant nightlife of Richmond's Shockoe Bottom neighborhood was shattered by the sound of gunfire. Kendall Jamal Forbey, a 28-year-old Black male, was found unresponsive in the roadway in the 200 block of North 20th Street at approximately 2:24 a.m. by police officers who were in the area and heard the shots.
He was suffering from an apparent gunshot wound and was pronounced dead at the scene.
The incident occurred just as local clubs were letting out for the night. Richmond Police Department detectives began an investigation into the homicide, identifying Forbey as the victim. Remembered by loved ones as a devoted family man and a loving father to his daughter, he was known for his bright smile and charming personality. His death was a profound loss to his family and the community that knew him.
In the wake of the shooting, authorities appealed to the public for any information that might lead to a break in the case. They specifically urged patrons of the nearby clubs and area residents who may have witnessed suspicious activity to come forward. Despite these public pleas for assistance, there have been no announced arrests, and no suspects have been publicly identified in connection with Kendall Forbey's death. The investigation into his unsolved killing remains ongoing as his family continues to hope for justice.
