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Alem Habteymer

Death by Force
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On a cold Christmas Eve in Washington, D.C., a tragic event unfolded that would leave a lasting mark on the community. Alem Habteymer, a 57-year-old man, was fatally shot on December 24, 2014. The incident occurred at approximately 9:55 p.m. in the 2600 block of Sherman Avenue, Northwest.

Officers from the Third District responded to a call for the sound of gunshots and upon arrival, they discovered Habteymer inside a location, suffering from gunshot wounds. Emergency medical services per ...Read More
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    Victim Details

    Alem Habteymer

    March 28, 2022

    Male

    African-American / Black

    Washington

    DC

    2014-12-24

    2014-12-24

    57

    Alem

    Habteymer

    11/15/2025


    Area Body Found:
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