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Derek Akins

Death by Force
Case Description
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On the evening of October 8, 2020, a domestic dispute in Salem City, New Jersey, escalated into a fatal encounter that claimed the life of 28-year-old Derek L. Akins Jr. and another man, 33-year-old John Robinson of Penns Grove. The tragic events unfolded at a residence where tensions had been simmering. Police had been called to the home twice that same day with requests to remove Desmond D. Lane, a 30-year-old resident of the home, from the property.

Later that night, a heated argument ...Read More
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  • nj: Man charged with killing 2 during domestic dispute surrenders to police
  • The Washington Times: 2 men killed, woman wounded in southern New Jersey shooting
    • Victim Details

    Derek Akins

    Male

    Black / African American

    Salem City

    NJ

    2020-10-08

    28

    Derek

    Akins

    11/16/2025

    Forum Posts (3)
    I've been thinking a lot about the community response to Derek Akins' tragic death. It’s clear tha... ...Read More
    01/24/2024
    I keep thinking about Derek Akins' vibrant spirit and how this tragic event unfolded. One detail tha... ...Read More
    10/26/2023
    I’ve been thinking a lot about the role that timely interventions could have played in preventing ... ...Read More
    09/07/2023
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