EVANSVILLE, Ind. – The ongoing legal battle surrounding the 2019 murder of Evansville firefighter Robert Doerr continues to make headlines. On Wednesday, court records revealed that the request for a change of venue filed by the defense team of Larry Richmond Sr. was denied. Richmond, who is facing charges of murder in connection to the tragic shooting of Doerr, had filed the request in late 2024, seeking a transfer of the trial to another jurisdiction.
The decision to deny the change of venue request keeps the case within the local court system, despite potential concerns regarding the influence of public opinion in Evansville. Change of venue motions are often filed in high-profile cases, where the defense believes that local exposure may make it difficult to secure an impartial jury.
Richmond’s involvement in the case stems from the fatal shooting of Doerr, who was gunned down in 2019. His death shocked the Evansville community, which had long admired the firefighter for his dedication to public service. Elizabeth Fox-Doerr, Robert’s widow, was also arrested and charged in connection to his murder. In a shocking turn of events, Fox-Doerr was convicted and sentenced to 90 years in prison for her role in the killing.
The decision in Richmond’s case is expected to have significant legal and emotional implications for both the community and the families involved. With the trial now set to proceed in Evansville, all eyes remain on the courtroom as both sides prepare for what is sure to be a closely followed and highly contentious legal battle.
As the case unfolds, the community, still reeling from the loss of one of their own, will continue to watch with bated breath, hoping for justice for Robert Doerr.
