Herbert Dowtin

Death by Force
Case Description
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On December 27, 2016, at approximately 1:19 PM, Herbert Dowtin, aged 22, was found shot and killed in the 800 block of Xenia Street, SE, Washington, DC. The Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) responded to the scene and began an investigation into the homicide. According to reports, Dowtin was walking in the area when he was approached by an individual who opened fire, striking him multiple times.

The investigation revealed that the suspect, identified as Hough, had a prior altercation ...Read More
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    Victim Details

    Herbert Dowtin

    Male

    Black / African American

    Washington

    DC

    2016-12-27

    22

    Herbert

    Dowtin

    01/07/2025

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    I’ve been thinking a lot about the witness accounts in Herbert Dowtin’s case. It’s chilling to... ...Read More
    03/01/2024
    I can't help but feel so much sadness for Herbert Dowtin's family and friends. A life taken too soon... ...Read More
    06/27/2023
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