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Patrick PJ Landers

Death by Force
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In the quiet community of Damascus, Oregon, a heartbreaking tragedy unfolded on July 12, 2023, claiming the life of 12-year-old Patrick "PJ" Landers Jr., a Caucasian male. The young boy was at his family's home when his brother-in-law, 34-year-old Ricochet Kerr, forcibly entered the residence. The events of that day were the culmination of a volatile domestic situation.

Kerr, who was the estranged husband of PJ's older sister, had a restraining order against him. Despite this, he drove hi ...Read More
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  • oregonlive: 12-year-old killed in Damascus murder-suicide was younger brother of killer’s wife; ‘He will forever be held in my heart’
  • oregonlive: 12-year-old boy killed in murder-suicide in Clackamas County home
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    Victim Details

    Patrick PJ Landers Jr.

    Male

    White / Caucasian

    Damascus

    OR

    2023-07-12

    12

    Patrick

    PJ Landers

    Primary Suspect Deceased

    11/29/2025

    Forum Posts (3)
    I’ve been thinking a lot about how we often talk about preventing these tragedies, but it seems li... ...Read More
    07/28/2024
    Hey everyone,
    I've been following the tragic events in Damascus, Oregon, and my heart goes out to... ...Read More
    04/21/2024
    It's difficult to wrap my mind around the layers of sadness and frustration surrounding this tragedy... ...Read More
    09/20/2023
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