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Valanesha Washington

Death by Force
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In the early hours of New Year's Day 2015, the life of 19-year-old Valanesha Washington was tragically cut short in a fatal shooting in Oklahoma City. The incident that claimed the young woman's life was not the first time her home had been the site of violence. In the two weeks leading up to her death, the residence had been targeted in another shooting, creating an atmosphere of fear that culminated in the deadly assault.

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  • KFOR.com: Arrest made in the murder of metro teen
  • KFOR.com: Police: shooting victim’s home was targeted twice in less than two weeks
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    Victim Details

    Valanesha Washington

    Female

    Oklahoma City

    OK

    2015-01-01

    19

    Valanesha

    Washington

    11/21/2025

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