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William Dean

Case from Pensacola, FL dated Jan 11, 2020

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William Dean

Male

Black / African American

Pensacola

FL

2020-01-11

18

William

Dean

07/21/2026

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William Dean, an 18-year-old male from Pensacola, Florida, tragically lost his life on January 11, 2020. Dean, who was affectionately known by his nickname "Chill," was a senior at Escambia County High School and was set to graduate in May of that year. He was remembered by his family and friends as a lovable person who was always smiling and laughing.

On the afternoon of January 11, 2020, William Dean was fatally shot in the 2200 block of West Hernandez Street in Pensacola. The incident ...
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  • WEAR: 'My best friend': Family remembers 18-year-old killed in weekend Pensacola shooting
  • WEAR: Deputies: Man found shot dead on Hernandez Street in Pensacola
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