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Darrell KiJuana Rutledge

Death by Force
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Darrell KiJuana Rutledge, a 20-year-old resident of Jacksonville, Florida, tragically lost his life on March 31, 2016. Rutledge, affectionately known as "Hightop," was shot and killed at the Kings Ridge Apartments located in the 2100 block of West 12th Street. According to reports, he was standing near another man when a vehicle drove by and fired multiple shots, hitting both men, as well as a car and an apartment. Despite being rushed to the hospital, Rutledge succumbed to his injuries early th ...Read More
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  • jacksonville.com: 20-year-old man killed in Thursday night Jacksonville shooting also victim of 2015 and 2013 shootings
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    Victim Details

    Darrell KiJuana Rutledge

    Male

    Black / African American

    Jacksonville

    FL

    2016-03-31

    20

    Darrell

    KiJuana Rutledge

    12/04/2025

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