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Laron G. Watkins

Death by Force
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Laron G. Watkins, a 21-year-old resident of Buffalo, NY, tragically lost his life on August 4, 2016. Watkins was shot and killed near Sperry Park on Sherman Street in Buffalo. According to reports, Watkins had just left his house and was heading to the park for a party when the incident occurred. His father, Larry Watkins, recounted that only five to seven minutes after Laron left, gunshots were heard. Laron was found lying on the curb, and despite paramedics' efforts, he succumbed to his injuri ...Read More
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    Victim Details

    Laron G. Watkins

    Male

    Black / African American

    Buffalo

    NY

    2016-08-04

    21

    Laron

    G. Watkins

    11/14/2025

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