Fred Duckworth Murdered in Norfolk, Virginia age 72

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On March 3, 1972, William Fred Duckworth, the former mayor of Norfolk, Virginia, was found dead near his home in the city. Duckworth had served as mayor from 1950 to 1962 and was a prominent figure in local politics. His murder shocked the community, as he had been well-respected for his efforts in city development and civic improvement.

Duckworth was discovered on Major Avenue, shot multiple times, including once through the heart. Despite extensive investigations, his killer was never ...Read More

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name

Fred Duckworth

Case Added

November 21, 2022

gender

Male

race

Caucasian / White

city

Norfolk

state

VA

Date Found

1972-03-03

Age at Death

72

First Name

Fred

Last Name

Duckworth

Last Updated

10/07/2024

Area Body Found:

Fred Duckworth
Murdered

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