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George Angelo DeCosta

Case from Jacksonville, FL dated Dec 01, 2016

Victim Details

George Angelo DeCosta

Male

Black / African American

Jacksonville

FL

2016-12-01

46

George

Angelo DeCosta

07/17/2026

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George Angelo DeCosta, also known as Raheem RahRah, was a 46-year-old resident of Jacksonville, Florida, who tragically lost his life on December 1, 2016. DeCosta was known for his loving and loyal nature, and he never met a stranger. He was deeply connected to his family and friends, leaving behind his soulmate of 26 years, ReNee Sanders, his sons Riccardo and Courtney, his mother Carol DeCosta, and many other relatives and friends. DeCosta had dreams of moving to Houston, Texas, where he plann ...
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  • jacksonville.com: Man found shot to death Thursday identified by Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office
  • WJXT: Police ID man shot, killed in NW Jacksonville street
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