Artwork Honors Pedie Perez Outside Richmond Store Where He Was Killed

The faces of Richard “Pedie” Perez III as a little boy, teen and young man now adorn a receptacle in the place where he was killed by Richmond Police 10 years ago.

The artwork was unveiled May 18 by his parents, Julie and Rick Perez, in a ceremony attended by community members, county and city officials, and police officers.

The design by lead artist John Toki features mosaic beads, with images of Pedie as the centerpiece.

“I’m grateful more people are going to see my son more often,” Rick Perez II said. Watch more at Richmond Pulse.