On the evening of Friday, March 2, 2018, the life of 25-year-old Winfred Steward was tragically cut short in a fatal shooting in Richmond, Virginia. The young man, known affectionately as 'Winky' to his friends and family, was a graduate of John Marshall High School and was remembered for his warm heart and the joy he brought to those around him. He was a father, a son, and a friend, whose sudden death left a void in the lives of his loved ones.
Richmond Police were dispatched to the
1100 block of St. Paul Street following a report of a shooting. Upon their arrival, they discovered Winfred Steward suffering from a life-threatening gunshot wound. He was immediately transported to a local hospital for medical attention. Despite the efforts of medical personnel, Steward succumbed to his injuries and was pronounced dead. The medical examiner later officially ruled his death as a homicide.
In the wake of the shooting, investigators from the Richmond Police Department began an inquiry into the circumstances surrounding Winfred Steward's death. They canvassed the neighborhood, seeking to piece together the events that led to the fatal shooting. Despite their efforts and public appeals for information, details regarding a potential suspect or suspects in the case have not been publicly released. The investigation into the death of Winfred Steward remains ongoing, leaving his family and community searching for answers and awaiting justice.
