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Duane W James Sr

Case from Milwaukee, WI dated Jul 26, 2019

Victim Details

Duane W James Sr

Male

Milwaukee

WI

2019-07-26

56

Duane

W James Sr

07/12/2026

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Duane W. James Sr., a 56-year-old male, lost his life in a shooting incident in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, on July 26, 2019. The fatal encounter occurred on West Garfield Avenue, where an argument escalated, leading to the gunfire that ended James's life.

In the immediate aftermath of the shooting, Milwaukee police reported that they had taken one person into custody. Conflicting reports from various news sources suggested that either one or two individuals were apprehended by law enforcement. ...
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  • Obituary of Mr. Duane W. James,Sr. | Serenity Funeral Home
  • Milwaukee Journal Sentinel: Police identify two Milwaukee homicide victims
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