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Calvin Boykins

Death by Force
Case Description
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On a Saturday afternoon, June 13, 2020, the life of 28-year-old Calvin Boykins, a male resident of Dorchester, was tragically cut short. Just before 4 p.m., Boston police officers were called to 82 Wheatland Avenue in Dorchester following a report of a shooting. Upon their arrival, they discovered Boykins in the hallway of the residential building, suffering from gunshot wounds. He was pronounced dead at the scene.

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  • bpdnews.com: Investigation Update: Victim Identified in Homicide Investigation in the area of 82 Wheatland Avenue in Dorchester — bpdnews.com
  • BostonGlobe.com: Man fatally shot in Dorchester - The Boston Globe
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    Victim Details

    Calvin Boykins

    Male

    Black / African American

    Boston

    MA

    2020-06-13

    28

    Calvin

    Boykins

    11/08/2025

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