Laron Williams

Murdered
Case Description
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On June 22, 2023, 12-year-old Laron Williams was tragically killed in a triple shooting in Philadelphia's East Germantown neighborhood. The incident occurred around 2 p.m. on the 700 block of East Locust Avenue, where Laron was among three victims fatally shot. The other victims were identified as 30-year-old Khalif Chambers and 47-year-old Riley Darden.

Laron, affectionately known as "L.J.," was celebrating his 12th birthday on the day of the shooting. He had just picked up lunch from ...Read More
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  • 6abc Philadelphia: Vigil held for 12-year-old boy who was killed outside Philadelphia home

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    Victim Details

    Laron Williams

    Male

    Black / African American

    Philadelphia

    PA

    2023-06-22

    12

    Laron

    Williams

    12/25/2024

    Forum Posts (3)
    It's truly devastating to hear about the tragic loss of Laron "L.J." Williams on his 12th birthday. ... ...Read More
    12/12/2024
    Hey everyone,
    I try to keep up with everything happening in our city, but this case of Laron Will... ...Read More
    10/01/2024
    I was really struck by the fact that Laron was just returning home with his lunch when this all happ... ...Read More
    09/29/2023
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