Derrick Antonio Jr

Murdered
Case Description
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On April 5, 2023, 23-year-old Derrick Antonio Jr. was tragically killed in a shooting on Old Buena Vista Road in Columbus, Georgia. The incident is part of a concerning pattern of gun violence in the area, with multiple fatal shootings reported in Columbus around that time.

Derrick's death has deeply affected the local community. Friends and family remember him as a funny and loving individual. He attended Kendrick High School and Fort Middle School. Many have expressed their grief and ...Read More
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    Victim Details

    Derrick Antonio Jr

    Male

    Black / African American

    Columbus

    GA

    2023-04-05

    23

    Derrick

    Antonio Jr

    12/08/2024

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    Has anyone heard any updates on the Derrick Antonio Jr case? I've been following it closely and I'm ... ...Read More
    11/06/2023
    Has anyone heard if there was a candlelight vigil held for Derrick yet? I want to make sure I didn't... ...Read More
    05/30/2023
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