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Raymond James Rucker

Case from Kansas-city, MO dated Apr 07, 2024

Victim Details

Raymond James Rucker

Male

Black / African American

Kansas-city

MO

2024-04-07

18

Raymond

James Rucker

07/28/2026

Case Description

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On April 7, 2024, Raymond James Rucker III, an 18-year-old Black male from Kansas City, Missouri, became the tragic victim of a fatal shooting during a transaction that went wrong. The incident took place in the neighboring suburb of Raytown, where Rucker had traveled to conduct a planned exchange. Known for his vibrant personality and love for music, the young student at Manual Career & Technical School and Amazon employee had arranged to meet with an acquaintance in the 9000 block of East 85th ...
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  • Raymond James Rucker III, age 18 - National Gun Violence Memorial
  • RAYMOND J. RUCKER - Kansas City The Call

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