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Derick Garner

Case from Harrisburg, PA dated Dec 29, 2016

Victim Details

Derick Garner

Male

Black / African American

Harrisburg

PA

2016-12-29

44

Derick

Garner

07/12/2026

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In the winter of 2016, a dispute inside a Harrisburg bar tragically escalated, leading to the death of 44-year-old Derick Garner. The incident, which unfolded on December 29, 2016, has since resulted in a first-degree murder conviction for the man responsible for his death.

The evening's events began at OD's Plantation, a bar located at the corner of 16th and Sycamore Streets. An argument erupted between Derick Garner and another patron, Eric King. According to prosecutors, King felt 'dis ...
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  • PennLive.com: Accused gunman in Harrisburg homicide played role in fatal police shooting, was on the lam
  • PennLive.com: Fight inside Harrisburg bar triggers fatal shooting
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    Has anyone else been following the details about the security measures at OD's Plantation? I heard s... ...Read More
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