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Billy Nel Joseph Sr.

Case from Lafayette, LA dated Jul 23, 2022

Victim Details

Billy Nel Joseph Sr.

Male

Black / African American

Lafayette

LA

2022-07-23

39

Billy

Nel Joseph Sr.

06/21/2026

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In the summer of 2022, the life of 39-year-old Billy Nel Joseph Sr., a male resident of Lafayette, Louisiana, was tragically cut short in a burst of gunfire. On the afternoon of Saturday, July 23rd, Joseph was the victim of a fatal drive-by shooting that unfolded in the 200 block of Moss Street. The exchange of fire between two vehicles left Joseph’s vehicle striking a pole, where he was discovered deceased. The sudden violence of the act sent ripples of shock and grief through the community. ...
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  • KLFY.com: 2nd UPDATE: Second arrest made in deadly drive-by shooting on Moss Street; victim identified
  • The Advocate: Police arrest man in connection to Saturday shooting in Lafayette
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