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Derricus Whatley

Case from Rome, GA dated Jul 03, 2022

Victim Details

Derricus Whatley

Male

Black / African American

Rome

GA

2022-07-03

40

Derricus

Whatley

07/23/2026

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In the summer of 2022, the life of 40-year-old Derricus Whatley, a male resident of Rome, Georgia, was tragically cut short. On the evening of July 3rd, emergency services responded to what was initially reported as a vehicle accident on Tolbert Street. However, upon arrival, first responders discovered a grim scene; Whatley was inside his car, suffering from a gunshot wound. He was rushed to a local hospital, but his injuries proved to be fatal.

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  • FOX 5 Atlanta: Police: Driver found shot in Rome car crash, murder suspect identified
  • Rome Man Sentenced to Life in Prison Plus 5 Years For 2022 Killing
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