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Ernest Peterson

Case from Orlando, FL dated Jan 26, 2021

Victim Details

Name

Ernest Peterson

Gender

Male

Race

Black / African American

City

Orlando

State

Date Of Death

2021-01-26

Age At Death

First Name

Ernest

Last Name

Peterson

Last Updated

07/06/2026

Case Description

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Ernest Peterson, a 50-year-old African American male, tragically lost his life on January 26, 2021, in Orlando, Florida. Ernest was found dead in his home on Pleasant Valley Court, having suffered a fatal gunshot wound. The Orlando Police Department responded to the scene and initiated an investigation into his death. The circumstances surrounding his death quickly led to the arrest of his stepson, Ulysses Dickey, who was charged with first-degree murder with a firearm.

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WKMG: Man found fatally shot at his Orlando home, police say

Man arrested after killing stepdad, Orlando police say

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Ernest Peterson

Case from Orlando, FL dated Jan 26, 2021

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