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Officers from the London Police Service Major Crime Section were called to the area of Central Avenue and Richmond Street at about 5:45 p.m. on September 29, 2026, following reports of a possible shooting.

Police located 48-year old Robert Rico Rivard, Male, suffering from life-threatening injuries. He was taken to hospital by paramedics but later died from his injuries.

A male suspect has been arrested in connection with the incident. Mohamed Abdel Aziz Soumahoro, 21, of Laval, Quebec, has been charged with the following offences:

• Second degree murder;
• Possess loaded/unloaded regulated firearm;
• Possess restricted or prohibited firearm knowingly not holding a licence; and
• Fail to comply with release order.

The victim and accused were known to each other. Investigators are appealing to anyone who was near Central Avenue and Richmond Street between approximately 5:30 and 6 p.m. and may have witnessed something suspicious. Police are particularly interested in speaking with anyone who has dashcam recordings or video footage from nearby homes or businesses.

Anyone with information is asked to contact the London Police Service at 519-661-5670. Anonymous tips can also be submitted to Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or through London Middlesex Crime Stoppers online.