Robert Doerr Obituary, Evansville Death: Family Finds Justice as Killer is Sentenced to Life in Prison
The long-awaited pursuit of justice for Evansville firefighter Robert “Robbie” Doerr reached a significant milestone as Larry Richmond Sr. was sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole for the 2019 murder of the beloved first responder.
The sentencing occurred in Vanderburgh County, Indiana, after a December conviction of Richmond on charges of murder and conspiracy to commit murder. Prosecutor Diana Moers confirmed that the jury recommended a life sentence without parole, a decision that the court was required to honor. Doerr, a respected member of the Evansville Fire Department, was tragically killed outside his home on February 26, 2019, shortly after completing his shift. Authorities described the murder as a carefully planned and coordinated act, with Richmond playing a central role.
Prosecutors revealed that Elizabeth Fox-Doerr, Doerr’s wife, had played a key role in orchestrating the crime, which led to her conviction in 2024 on similar charges. Investigators detailed how Fox-Doerr connected Richmond to the victim, outlining a deliberate conspiracy between the two and other accomplices. The crime was the result of careful planning and collaboration, according to authorities.
Following the sentencing, Doerr’s family delivered emotional victim impact statements, reflecting on the deep pain left by his death. While the loss remains profound, they expressed a sense of relief that justice has been served.
Prosecutor Moers underscored the gravity of the case, pointing out that Richmond had a criminal history and had been on probation for another murder at the time of Doerr’s death. She stated that the severity of the crime and Richmond’s past convictions met the legal criteria for a life sentence without parole.
“This was a deliberate act carried out with planning and intent,” Moers said, adding that the conviction held those responsible accountable for the loss of a cherished public servant.
The investigation involved years of diligent work by the Evansville Police Department, Indiana State Police, the FBI, and local fire officials, whose collaborative efforts were credited with securing the convictions.
Although the sentencing provides a sense of closure, the impact of Robert Doerr’s death is still deeply felt by his family, fellow firefighters, and the community. Remembered as a devoted father, grandfather, and public servant, his legacy continues through those whose lives he touched.
With Richmond now facing life in prison, authorities hope the outcome brings comfort to the many who have carried the weight of grief while waiting for justice.