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Zoey Kelley-Hickman

Death by Force
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In the summer of 2025, the life of 17-year-old Zoey Kelley-Hickman was tragically cut short in Washington, D.C. The young woman, who had dreams of becoming a firefighter, was found deceased on July 4th inside an apartment located in the 1700 block of Benning Road Northeast. An investigation by law enforcement determined that she had sustained a fatal gunshot wound, and her death was officially ruled a homicide. Her body was discovered in a closet, concealed under blankets and other items.
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    Victim Details

    Zoey Kelley-Hickman

    Female

    Black / African American

    Washington

    DC

    2025-07-04

    17

    Zoey

    Kelley-Hickman

    11/16/2025

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