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Derris Lee Watlington

Case from Reidsville, NC dated Feb 29, 2020

Victim Details

Derris Lee Watlington

Male

Black / African American

Reidsville

NC

2020-02-29

37

Derris

Lee Watlington

07/13/2026

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Derris Lee Watlington, a 37-year-old male of African American ethnicity, tragically passed away on February 29, 2020, in Reidsville, North Carolina. He was a beloved son, husband, father, and brother, and was well-known in his community. Derris was employed by the Gilbarco Corporation and was an active member of Jerusalem United Holy Church.

On the morning of February 29, 2020, Reidsville police officers responded to a reported shooting at a home on Warner Street. They found Derris Watlin ...
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  • Greensboro News and Record: Man wanted in brother's shooting death has turned himself in to authorities, Reidsville police say
  • WXII: Police: Suspect injured in Mocksville officer-involved shooting
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