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Kayla Lynn Walker

Case from Detroit, MI dated Jan 06, 2023

Victim Details

Kayla Lynn Walker

Female

Black / African American

Detroit

MI

2023-01-06

16

Kayla

Lynn Walker

07/19/2026

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On a cold January evening in Detroit, Michigan, a night of youthful fun turned into a scene of tragedy. Sixteen-year-old Kayla Lynn Walker, a Black female, was at her home, enjoying a game of UNO with friends. The familiar sounds of laughter and friendly competition were suddenly shattered by the sound of gunfire. On that day, January 6, 2023, Kayla’s life was cut short in a senseless act of violence.

The shooting was a drive-by, a hail of bullets fired into the residence from the outsi ...
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  • gofundme.com: The Family of Kayla Lynn Walker, organized by Hunter Hollie
  • FOX 2 Detroit: 16-year-old killed, 11-year-old hurt in drive-by shooting while playing UNO in Detroit home
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