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Ralph Elwood Harris

Case from Portsmouth, VA dated May 02, 2022

Victim Details

Ralph Elwood Harris

Male

Black / African American

Portsmouth

VA

2022-05-02

42

Ralph

Elwood Harris

06/22/2026

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In the spring of 2022, a tragic event unfolded in Portsmouth, Virginia, cutting short the life of Ralph Elwood Harris. On the evening of May 2nd, the 42-year-old man was found suffering from a fatal gunshot wound on Richmond Avenue. Police responded to a call about the shooting and discovered Harris in the 1100 block of the street. Despite the efforts of first responders, he succumbed to his injuries at the scene.

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  • Remembering Ralph E. Harris
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