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Justin Royster

Case from Durham, NC dated May 03, 2018

Victim Details

Justin Royster

Male

Black / African American

Durham

NC

2018-05-03

27

Justin

Royster

07/08/2026

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Justin Royster, a 27-year-old African American male, was tragically shot and killed on May 3, 2018, in Durham, North Carolina. The incident occurred around 11:15 p.m. in the 400 block of Canal Street. According to reports, the shooting did not appear to be random, and another unidentified man was also injured but survived with non-life-threatening injuries. The Durham Police Department quickly identified a suspect, 28-year-old Donnelle Wilkerson, who was charged with Justin Royster's murder. How ...
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  • heraldsun: Durham police identify man fatally shot on Canal Street
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    When I think about the endless love Denise Ray has shown for her son Justin Royster even in the face... ...Read More
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