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Duane Sheldon Hopkins Jr., a 16-year-old from Indian Head, Maryland, tragically passed away on February 2, 2009. Known affectionately as "D.J.," Duane was a beloved son, brother, and grandson. His untimely death left a profound impact on his family and community, who remembered him for his vibrant personality and the joy he brought to those around him.
The circumstances surrounding Duane's death were deeply troubling. Initial reports indicated that he was found deceased under suspicious c ...Read More
The circumstances surrounding Duane's death were deeply troubling. Initial reports indicated that he was found deceased under suspicious c ...Read More
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Duane Sheldon Hopkins Jr.
Male
Black / African American
Indian-head
MD
2009-02-02
16
Duane
Sheldon Hopkins Jr.
11/14/2025
Forum Posts (3)
I’ve been following the case of Duane Sheldon Hopkins Jr., and it’s just so deeply unsettling. I... ...Read More
03/23/2024
03/23/2024
I was reading through some old newspaper articles and came across Duane Sheldon Hopkins Jr.'s case a... ...Read More
10/02/2023
10/02/2023
I've been thinking a lot about the timeline surrounding Duane's case. It's beyond frustrating how li... ...Read More
06/05/2023
06/05/2023
