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Jermaine Perry

Death by Force
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In the African-American community of Boston, the end of 2008 was marked by a tragedy that has yet to find resolution. On Monday, December 29, 2008, Jermaine Perry, a 17-year-old male, was found suffering from multiple gunshot wounds outside of 7 Hosmer Street in the Mattapan neighborhood. Responding to a call just before 1 p.m., Boston Police officers discovered the teenager, who was then rushed to Boston Medical Center. Despite the efforts of medical staff, Jermaine Perry was pronounced dead....Read More
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    Victim Details

    Jermaine Perry

    March 28, 2022

    Male

    African-American / Black

    Boston

    MA

    2008-12-29

    2008-12-29

    17

    Jermaine

    Perry

    11/08/2025


    Area Body Found:
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