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Case Description
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On January 6, 2023, 38-year-old Eric Lamont Ricks, affectionately known as "Bird," was tragically killed in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, due to a senseless act of gun violence. His nephew, Keon Preston, organized a fundraiser to cover funeral expenses, as Eric's prior health issues had made obtaining life insurance difficult. Keon described his uncle as the life of the party, a kind-hearted, down-to-earth individual who was family-oriented and full of life.

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Victim Details

Eric Lamont Ricks

Male

Black / African American

Baton-rouge

LA

2023-01-06

38

Eric

Lamont Ricks

12/01/2025