William Davis

Death by Force
Case Description
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On December 17, 2014, a tragic incident occurred in Boston, Massachusetts, resulting in the death of 20-year-old William Davis. The shooting took place at approximately 1:38 P.M. on Dudley Street in Roxbury, near the intersection of West Cottage Street and East Cottage Street.

The circumstances of the shooting were witnessed by numerous individuals, who provided detailed descriptions of the event. According to witnesses, the shooter was described as a dark-skinned Black man with braids. ...Read More
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    Victim Details

    William Davis

    Male

    Black / African American

    Boston

    MA

    2014-12-17

    20

    William

    Davis

    01/04/2025

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    03/16/2023
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