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Deeshawn Cates

Case from Durham, NC dated May 21, 2019

Victim Details

Deeshawn Cates

Male

Black / African American

Durham

NC

2019-05-21

20

Deeshawn

Cates

07/02/2026

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Dee'Shawn Mar'Keeze Cates, a 20-year-old African American male, tragically lost his life on May 22, 2019, in Durham, North Carolina. Dee'Shawn was born on July 31, 1998, and was known for his kind heart and bright smile. He was a beloved son, brother, uncle, cousin, and friend, who always looked out for his family and brought joy to those around him.

On the night of his death, Dee'Shawn was a victim of gun violence. His mother, Tonya McCain, returned home to find her son had been fatally ...
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  • newsobserver: Police name man killed in Durham, the city’s 3rd fatal shooting in three days
  • WRAL.com: Man fatally shot in southeast Durham :: WRAL.com
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    I've been following Dee'Shawn's case since the news broke, and something that's really touched me is... ...Read More
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    Has anyone else seen the murals that the community in Durham put up in memory of Dee'Shawn Cates? I ... ...Read More
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