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Walter Scott

Case from Charlotte, NC dated Feb 15, 2017

Victim Details

Walter Scott Jr.

Male

White / Caucasian

Charlotte

NC

2017-02-15

65

Walter

Scott

07/19/2026

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Walter Scott, a 65-year-old man, was fatally shot on February 15, 2017, while delivering newspapers in uptown Charlotte, NC. Scott, known affectionately as the "Paperman," was well-known in the community for his dedication to his job and his generosity towards the homeless and needy. He was shot multiple times by Roger Best, a 22-year-old man, during an attempted robbery. Scott managed to return fire, hitting Best in the abdomen, but tragically succumbed to his injuries at the scene.

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  • Man charged with murder in killing of newspaper carrier in uptown
  • 1 Killed, 1 Injured in Uptown Charlotte Shooting - Spectrum News
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