Laverne Northern

Death by Force

On July 16, 1981, the life of 18-year-old Laverne Northern was tragically cut short in Chester, Pennsylvania. At such a young age, with dreams yet to be fulfilled and a future ahead of her, Laverne's life was taken in an act of violence that has since left an enduring mark on her family, friends, and community. Though details surrounding her final moments remain scarce, her untimely death serves as a painful reminder of the fragility of life and the heartbreaking consequences of violence.
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Laverne Northern, age 18 - National Gun Violence Memorial