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Roy Thomas Jr.

Case from Milwaukee, WI dated Apr 22, 2021

Victim Details

Roy Thomas, Jr.

Male

Black / African American

Milwaukee

WI

2021-04-22

17

Roy

Thomas Jr.

07/18/2026

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On a spring day in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, 17-year-old Roy Thomas Jr., a Black/African American male, was with his friends at Sherman Park enjoying the weather on April 22, 2021. An individual opened fire on a group of young people at the park, and a bullet struck Roy in the chest, ending his life. His family described him as a respectful and good kid who was always smiling. He was the oldest of three siblings and had been looking forward to taking driver's education classes and graduating.
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  • CBS58: Loved ones hold vigil for Roy Thomas Jr, local community activists pleading for peace
  • Fatal shooting of teen at Sherman Park part of a string of violence
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