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Eric Xavier Degori

Death by Force
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In the winter of 2019, the life of 15-year-old Eric Xavier Degori was cut tragically short in a Tulsa, Oklahoma apartment. The pale, freckled, blonde-haired high school sophomore was known for a sense of humor that could make anyone laugh and was a cherished friend to many. On January 5th, what began as a day like any other ended in sorrow when Eric was accidentally shot and killed by a friend who was handling a rifle.

The news of the sudden and accidental nature of his death sent ripples ...Read More
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  • KTUL: Tulsa police identify teen victim in 'accidental shooting'
  • KJRH: Police investigating deadly apartment shooting in south Tulsa
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    Victim Details

    Eric Xavier Degori

    Male

    White / Caucasian

    Tulsa

    OK

    2019-01-05

    15

    Eric

    Xavier Degori

    11/21/2025

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    I can’t stop thinking about the unimaginable pain that Eric's parents must be going through. Both ... ...Read More
    01/01/2025
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