Derrick Shepherd

Murdered
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Who murdered 22 year old Derrick Shepherd?
Derrick Shepherd, a 22-year-old man from Portland, Oregon, was murdered on September 16, 1981. His body was found near the intersection of NW 6th Avenue and Couch Street, lying close to the driver’s side of his vehicle. A passerby discovered him and called the police, after which Shepherd was rushed to the hospital. Unfortunately, he succumbed to multiple stab wounds shortly after arriving at the hospital.

Shepherd was known in the area for his involvement in petty crime, particularly ...Read More
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  • DERRICK SHEPHERD - Portland.gov

    • Victim Details

    Derrick Shepherd

    November 3, 2022

    Male

    African-American / Black

    Portland

    OR

    1981-09-16

    1959-02-01

    22

    Derrick

    Shepherd

    10/07/2024


    Area Body Found:
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    08/04/2023
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    04/16/2023
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