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Kenneth Raiford

Case from Goldsboro, NC dated Oct 03, 2020

Victim Details

Kenneth Ookie Raiford

Male

Goldsboro

NC

2020-10-03

57

Kenneth

Raiford

06/23/2026

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On the evening of October 3, 2020, at approximately 5:45 PM, Goldsboro Police Officers responded to reports of gunfire in the 1100 block of Olivia Lane. Upon arrival, they discovered 57-year-old African American male, Kenneth "Ookie" Raiford, suffering from a single gunshot wound to the chest. Emergency Medical Services transported him to Wayne UNC Healthcare for treatment. Despite medical efforts, Mr. Raiford succumbed to his injuries the following day.

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  • CBS17.com: Investigation underway following deadly Goldsboro shooting
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    I've been following Kenneth "Ookie" Raiford’s case, and my heart goes out to his family. From what... ...Read More
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