Man Identified as Victim in Early Morning Downtown Richmond Shooting
Richmond police identified Malachi Morgan, a 24-year-old from Henrico, as the victim of a shooting that occurred early Saturday morning around 2:15 a.m. at 4th and Broad streets in downtown Richmond.
Richmond Petersburg, VA, November 9, 2026 —
Richmond police have identified the victim of a shooting incident that took place early Saturday morning in downtown Richmond. The victim has been identified as Malachi Morgan, a 24-year-old resident of Henrico.
The shooting occurred around 2:15 a.m. on Saturday. The incident took place at the intersection of 4th and Broad streets, a location within the downtown area of Richmond.
Authorities have stated that Malachi Morgan was the sole victim in this incident. Further details regarding the circumstances surrounding the shooting, including any potential motives, suspects, or the exact sequence of events, have not been immediately released by the Richmond Police Department.
The investigation into the shooting is ongoing. Information regarding the status of the victim or any injuries sustained was not provided in the initial police report. Police are urging anyone with information related to the incident to come forward and assist with their investigation.
The location, 4th and Broad streets, is a known thoroughfare in downtown Richmond. The time of the incident, approximately 2:15 a.m., places it during late-night or early-morning hours. The identification of the victim, Malachi Morgan, is a primary step in the investigative process.
The Richmond Police Department has not released additional information concerning the nature of the injuries sustained by Mr. Morgan, nor have they provided details on any arrests made in connection with the shooting. The investigation is continuing, and updates are expected as more information becomes available.
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