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Darian Lavan Alston

Case from Jacksonville, FL dated Sep 14, 2014

Victim Details

Darian Lavan Alston

Male

Black / African American

Jacksonville

FL

2014-09-14

23

Darian

Lavan Alston

07/20/2026

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Darian Lavan Alston, a 23-year-old resident of Jacksonville, Florida, tragically lost his life on September 14, 2014. His death was part of a double homicide that also claimed the life of 34-year-old James William Battle. The incident occurred behind a business in the 2800 block of Burke Street. According to the Jacksonville Sheriff's Office, the victims and the suspect, Cedrick Lavadus Washington, were involved in planning a robbery shortly before the shooting. Washington, fearing that Alston a ...
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  • jacksonville.com: Law & Order: Police: Man killed 2 accomplices in failed robbery plot
  • Jacksonville police make arrests in double killing and community ...
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    I've been following the Alston and Battle case, and one aspect that really stuck with me is how quic... ...Read More
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    Has anyone else been following the details about the location of the Alston and Battle murders? It's... ...Read More
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