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Roderick Atkinson Sr

Case from New-orleans, LA dated Nov 06, 2020

Victim Details

Roderick Atkinson Sr

Male

Black / African American

New-orleans

LA

2020-11-06

23

Roderick

Atkinson Sr

07/05/2026

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In the city of New Orleans, a tragic event unfolded on November 6, 2020, forever altering the lives of two families. On that day, 23-year-old Roderick Atkinson Sr. was killed in a violent encounter that also claimed the life of 49-year-old Kimberly Knockum.

Details regarding the specific circumstances surrounding their deaths, including the location of the incident and the motive behind the attack, have not been made public in available online sources. Information regarding any potential ...
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