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Leroshard DeCarlo Gooch

Case from Durham, NC dated Mar 21, 2003

Victim Details

Leroshard DeCarlo Gooch

Male

Black / African American

Durham

NC

2003-03-21

21

Leroshard

DeCarlo Gooch

07/16/2026

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Leroshard DeCarlo Gooch, a 21-year-old African American male, tragically lost his life on March 21, 2003, in Durham, North Carolina. Gooch was found in the parking lot of an apartment building on Taylor Street, having suffered multiple gunshot wounds and lacerations to his throat. The incident occurred around 8:13 p.m., and the police were promptly called to the scene. Despite their efforts, Gooch succumbed to his injuries.

The Durham Police Department launched an investigation into the h ...
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  • Leroshard 'Shad' Gooch (Deceased), Durham, NC North Carolina
  • Durham Police Investigate Homicide - WRAL.com
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    It’s incredibly saddening to think that someone so young like Leroshard DeCarlo Gooch had their li... ...Read More
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