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In the summer of 2020, the city of Syracuse, New York, was struck by a wave of violence that claimed the life of Erskine Dodson Jr., a 42-year-old man known for his dedication to his family and community. On the night of July 26th, Dodson was tragically killed in a shooting, an event that sent ripples of grief through his loved ones and the wider community. Remembered as a hardworking father and a regular church-goer, his sudden and violent death was a profound loss.

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Victim Details

Erskine Dodson Jr

Male

Black / African American

Syracuse

NY

2020-07-26

42

Erskine

Dodson Jr

01/11/2026