Rafiq Hawkins

Murdered
Case Description
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On March 23, 2019, Rafiq Hawkins, aged 23, was shot and killed in Washington, D.C. The incident occurred around 10:26 PM in the 1200 block of Brentwood Road, NE. Upon responding to reports of a shooting, officers found Hawkins suffering from multiple gunshot wounds, and despite being transported to the hospital, he was pronounced dead shortly thereafter.

The investigation led to the arrest of a suspect, Raymond Avent, who was taken into custody by the Capital Area Regional Fugitive Tas ...Read More
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    Victim Details

    Rafiq Hawkins

    December 13, 2022

    Male

    African-American / Black

    Washington

    DC

    2019-03-23

    Rafiq

    Hawkins

    Yes

    10/14/2024


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    We are reaching out to the public for any help or information that can assist us in solving the murd... ...Read More
    01/16/2024
    Has anyone heard any recent updates on the case? It's been a while since we've gotten any new inform... ...Read More
    06/13/2023
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    03/16/2023
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