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Benjamin Adair

Case from Santa-rosa, CA dated Jan 25, 2025

Victim Details

Benjamin Adair

Male

White / Caucasian

Santa-rosa

CA

2025-01-25

20

Benjamin

Adair

07/07/2026

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Benjamin Adair, a 20-year-old resident of Hidden Valley in Santa Rosa, California, tragically lost his life on January 25, 2025, following a violent altercation inside a residence on Hoen Avenue. The incident unfolded when Adair and his friend, 23-year-old Devin McKenzie, engaged in an argument that escalated into a physical confrontation. During the altercation, McKenzie allegedly pulled out a handgun and shot Adair at least once in the neck. Officers responding to the scene found Adair unrespo ...
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  • Man fatally shot during Santa Rosa argument identified
  • Santa Rosa Press Democrat: Police: Santa Rosa shooting suspect was stabbed before victim fatally shot
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