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Kevin Edwards

Case from Compton, CA dated Apr 30, 1992

Victim Details

Kevin J. Edwards

Male

Compton

CA

1992-04-30

35

Kevin

Edwards

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Kevin J. Edwards, a 35-year-old resident of Compton, California, tragically lost his life on April 30, 1992. According to the Los Angeles County coroner's records, Edwards was shot and killed in Compton. The incident occurred during a period of significant unrest in Los Angeles, coinciding with the infamous Rodney King riots. These riots erupted following the acquittal of four police officers who were videotaped beating Rodney King, a black motorist. The chaos that ensued led to widespread viole ...
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  • latimes.com: Deaths during the L.A. riots
  • Riot Death Toll Lowered to 51 After Coroner's Review : Violence
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