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Sterling Raye-Washington

Case from Springfield, IL dated Jan 25, 2018

Victim Details

Sterling Raye-Washington

Male

Black / African American

Springfield

IL

2018-01-25

23

Sterling

Raye-Washington

07/15/2026

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Sterling Raye-Washington, a 23-year-old African American male, tragically lost his life on January 25, 2018, in Springfield, Illinois. Sterling was at his residence on the 1900 block of E. Edwards Street when the incident occurred. According to reports, he was shot and killed during a home invasion. The assailants, described as at least two intruders, also wounded a female present at the scene. Despite the efforts of law enforcement, the suspects involved in this heinous crime have not been appr ...
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  • The State Journal: Shooting in Springfield leaves man dead, woman wounded
  • ILLINOISHOMEPAGE: Homicide victim named
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