Gerald Watson

Death by Force
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On December 13, 2018, 15-year-old Gerald Watson was tragically killed in Southeast Washington, D.C. The incident occurred around 3:40 p.m. when Watson was chased by two armed individuals wearing masks through the parking lot area of apartment buildings in the 2900 block of Knox Place Southeast. Watson sought refuge inside a multi-unit apartment building where his aunt lived. However, one of the assailants, Malik Holston, followed him inside while the second individual waited outside. Holston cor ...Read More
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    Victim Details

    Gerald Watson

    Male

    Black / African American

    Washington

    DC

    2018-12-13

    15

    Gerald

    Watson

    01/07/2025

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    It's truly distressing to think about what Gerald Watson's family went through following his tragic ... ...Read More
    11/09/2024
    Hi everyone,
    I've been reflecting on the role that community programs, like "The Gerald Project,... ...Read More
    04/14/2024
    Anyone else deeply moved by the courage Gerald showed as he tried to find safety? It's so hard to im... ...Read More
    04/12/2023
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