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Willie Wofford

Death by Force
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Willie Wofford, a 24-year-old resident of Rochester, NY, tragically lost his life on July 5, 2022, in a violent incident that shocked the community. The fatal event occurred during a large gathering at the Trenton and Pamela Jackson R-Center on North Clinton Avenue. An altercation near the basketball court escalated, leading to multiple gunshots being fired into a crowd of over 200 people. Wofford was struck five times in the torso and succumbed to his injuries at Strong Memorial Hospital. Three ...Read More
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    Victim Details

    Willie Wofford

    Male

    Black / African American

    Rochester

    NY

    2022-07-05

    24

    Willie

    Wofford

    12/01/2025

    Forum Posts (3)
    I keep thinking about the immense trauma experienced by everyone who was at that gathering, especial... ...Read More
    12/23/2024
    Hey everyone,
    I just can't get over how this tragedy unfolded at what should have been a fun co... ...Read More
    05/30/2024
    Does anyone else find it chilling how easily these events can spiral out of control? I keep thinking... ...Read More
    02/29/2024
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