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Donte Wylie

Case from Philadelphia, PA dated Jun 17, 2008

Victim Details

Donte Wylie

March 28, 2022

Male

Black / African American

Philadelphia

PA

2008-06-17

2008-06-17

20

Donte

Wylie

07/19/2026


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Donte Wylie, a 20-year-old man from Philadelphia, was killed on June 17, 2008. Known affectionately to his family and friends as Taylay, he was remembered for his big, beautiful smile and his upbeat, energetic personality. At six feet four inches tall, he had a distinctive walk with a hop and was particular about his Polo brand clothing. His sister recalled with a smile how he would always be pulling up his pants despite wearing a belt. His death was a profound loss that deeply affected multiple ...
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  • Donte Wylie, 20, Still Beloved Almost 10 Years Later
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    I've been following Donte Wylie's case for a while now, and it's truly tough to accept that his kill... ...Read More
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    I was reading up on Donte "Taylay" Wylie's case, and something really stood out to me about the impa... ...Read More
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