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Demar DeAngelo Bester

Case from Rock-island, IL dated Aug 23, 2016

Victim Details

Demar DeAngelo Bester

Male

Black / African American

Rock-island

IL

2016-08-23

24

Demar

DeAngelo Bester

06/26/2026

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De'Mar De'Angelo Bester, a 24-year-old African American male, tragically lost his life on August 23, 2016, in Rock Island, Illinois. De'Mar was shot and killed during a robbery on the 1200 block of 11th Street. His death has left a lasting impact on his family and the community, who continue to honor his memory through various initiatives.

De'Mar's case remains unsolved, and his family has expressed frustration with the lack of progress in the investigation. Each year, they display billbo ...
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  • WQAD.com: Vigil calls for a stop to gun violence after Rock Island man shot to death
  • WQAD.com: Mother of Rock Island shooting victim calls on community to ‘stop this violence’
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    I've been following De'Mar's case closely, and I really feel for his mother, Othea, and the rest of ... ...Read More
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    It's so deeply saddening to read about De'Mar De'Angelo Bester's case, especially when it remains un... ...Read More
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    I've been following De'Mar De'Angelo Bester's case and recently came across the efforts his mom, Oth... ...Read More
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