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Troy Wilson

Case from Baltimore, MD dated Jul 29, 2008

Victim Details

Troy Wilson

March 28, 2022

Male

Black / African American

Baltimore

MD

2008-07-29

2008-07-29

17

Troy

Wilson

06/23/2026


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In the summer of 2008, a young life was tragically cut short on the streets of Baltimore. Troy Wilson, a 17-year-old Black male, was found shot on July 29, 2008, in the 1200 block of Orleans Street. Despite being rushed to Johns Hopkins Hospital, he succumbed to his injuries.

Remembered as a charming young man with a warm smile and a gentle, friendly attitude, Troy had a creative and intelligent mind. In his younger years, he demonstrated a talent for science, winning a third-grade scienc ...
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  • CITY / COUNTY DIGEST - Baltimore Sun
  • Baltimore ends 2008 with 234 killings, lowest in 20 years
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