Victim’s coworker shoots himself in San Pablo following day
By Lt. Donald Patchin, Richmond Police Department
Richmond, CA — On December 29, 2025, at approximately 1:43 p.m., Richmond Police Department (RPD) officers responded to assist the Richmond Fire Department (RFD) at a business located in the 3400 block of Klose Way, Hilltop Mall area, for what was initially reported as a medical call.
The victim, who had been alone, was discovered unconscious by coworkers with an apparent head injury. This prompted a call for medical assistance. Upon arrival, RFD personnel determined the victim’s injuries did not appear to be accidental and requested police respond. Emergency medical personnel immediately rendered first aid and life-saving measures; however, the victim succumbed to their injuries at the scene.
A preliminary investigation revealed evidence leading officers to believe the victim may have been shot. Richmond Police Department Homicide Detectives responded and assumed the investigation. Through diligent investigative efforts, detectives identified a person of interest in this homicide.
The person of interest, who is not being identified at this time, is a coworker of the victim and a resident of San Pablo. Detectives obtained a warrant for the individual’s arrest and were actively attempting to locate him.
On the evening of 12/30/25, the person of interest, an adult male, arrived at the San Pablo Police Department and attempted to make contact with SPPD officers before walking away. Shortly thereafter, SPPD officers heard a single gunshot and located the subject nearby, suffering from an apparent self-inflicted gunshot wound. Please refer to the press release issued by the San Pablo Police Department for additional information regarding that incident.
This homicide investigation remains active and ongoing. Anyone with information related to this case is urged to contact Homicide Detective Marecek at (510) 621-1835. RICHMOND POLICE CASE 25-12467
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