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Matthew James Belland

Case from Washington, DC dated Dec 18, 2023

Victim Details

Matthew James Belland

Male

Black / African American

Washington

DC

2023-12-18

37

Matthew

James Belland

07/07/2026

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Matthew James Belland, a 37-year-old Black male, was shot and killed on the evening of Monday, December 18, 2023, in Washington, D.C. The incident occurred at approximately 9:01 p.m. in the 400 block of Brandywine Street, Southeast.

Born on December 13, 1986, in Arlington, Virginia, Matthew was remembered for his compassionate and generous nature. Shortly before his death, he had selflessly donated stem cells to his father who was battling leukemia. His cousin remarked that it felt as tho ...
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  • Homicide Victim: Matthew Belland | mpdc
  • FOX 5 DC: Man shot, killed inside DC apartment
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