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Raphael Taper

Case from District-heights, MD dated May 30, 2021

Victim Details

Raphael Taper

Male

Black / African American

District-heights

MD

2021-05-30

27

Raphael

Taper

07/26/2026

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On a late Sunday morning, May 30, 2021, the life of 27-year-old Raphael Taper of District Heights was tragically cut short. Just before noon, patrol officers were dispatched to the 7700 block of Marlboro Pike following reports of a shooting. Upon arrival, they discovered Taper outside, suffering from gunshot wounds. Despite the efforts of first responders, he was pronounced dead at the scene.

The investigation into the shooting quickly pointed to a verbal dispute that had escalated with d ...
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  • Police Charge DC Man In Connection With Fatal District Heights Shooting
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