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Police appeal for witnesses on ninth anniversary of murder

Erin Lee Richardson was murdered in April 2014. Police are appealing for any witnesses to come forward (File photograph)

Police are renewing a call for witnesses to the murder of Erin Lee Richardson to come forward, nine years since he was killed outside his home.

Mr Richardson, 29, was shot multiple times outside 16 Riviera Crescent in Southampton at about 10.45pm on Wednesday, April 23, 2014.

The victim unsuccessfully attempted to escape his attackers by running inside the residence.

Police and first responders attended the scene and administered first aid to Mr Richardson, who was transported to King Edward VII Memorial Hospital, where he succumbed to his injuries.

A spokesman for the Bermuda Police Service said: “The BPS is once again appealing to members of the public who may have any information on this matter to please come forward and provide that information to us. Please help us provide closure to Mr Richardson’s family and to bring those responsible for his death to justice.

“We remain extremely keen to speak with anyone who may have seen two males on a motorcycle leave Riviera Road in Southampton around the time of the shooting. The persons on the bike wore dark clothing and the motorcycle had a quiet running engine.”

Acting Inspector Dean Martin, of the Serious Crime Unit, said: “Mr Richardson had the rest of his life to look forward to and left behind many family members to grieve his loss.

“Were it your loved one so senselessly killed, you would want those with information to come forward and assist the police with their investigation. We are asking the same for Mr Richardson’s loved ones.”

Police are asking anyone with knowledge of this incident or who can provide information that can assist in identifying and bringing the offender or offenders to justice to call Acting Detective Inspector Martin on 717-2074 or e-mail him at dmartin@bps.bm

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Published April 24, 2023 at 7:38 am (Updated April 24, 2023 at 2:11 pm)

Police appeal for witnesses on ninth anniversary of murder

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