Malachi Morgan Obituary, Richmond, VA Shooting Death – 24-Year-Old Henrico Man Killed in Downtown Richmond Shooting

Family and friends are mourning the tragic death of Malachi Morgan, a 24-year-old man from Henrico County, Virginia, who was fatally shot in downtown Richmond during the early hours of Saturday, November 7, 2026.

According to Richmond Police, officers were dispatched to the intersection of Fourth and Broad streets at approximately 2:15 a.m. following reports of a shooting. Upon arrival, they discovered Morgan lying in a parking lot with a gunshot wound. He was pronounced dead at the scene.

Police identified Morgan as the victim as the investigation continued. The Office of the Chief Medical Examiner was expected to determine the official cause and manner of death.

No suspect information or motive had been publicly released in the latest available reports. Detectives continue working to establish the circumstances surrounding the fatal shooting.

Morgan’s death has also placed an unexpected financial burden on his grieving family. A fundraiser organised by Chelsea Smith, connected with Fadez & Bladez Barbershop in Mechanicsville, was established to help his mother cover funeral expenses and other final costs.

The fundraiser describes Morgan’s mother as a hardworking single parent who has spent years caring for others and serving her community. It asks people who are able to contribute or share the fundraiser to help support the family during this difficult period.

As loved ones navigate the sudden loss, Morgan’s family deserves privacy and compassion. Those wishing to support them can consult the publicly organised fundraiser for verified donation information.