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Derron Roane

Death by Force
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On a tragic day in Newark, New Jersey, a young man's life was cut short by violence. Derron M. Roane, a 24-year-old resident of nearby Elizabeth, was fatally shot on April 27, 2017. The incident was part of a sudden eruption of violence in the city that saw multiple shootings within a few hours.

Details surrounding the specific circumstances of the shooting that claimed Derron Roane's life remain scarce in public records. The investigation into his death was initiated by local law enforce ...Read More
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  • NJ.com: Man, woman victims of fatal shootings, 5 hurt within 5 hours in Newark
  • 4 People Shot, 1 Killed, In Newark
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    Victim Details

    Derron Roane

    Male

    Black / African American

    Newark

    NJ

    2017-04-27

    24

    Derron

    Roane

    11/20/2025

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