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Anthony Butcher

Case from Petersburg, VA dated Jul 17, 2021

Victim Details

Anthony “Hank” Butcher

Male

Black / African American

Petersburg

VA

2021-07-17

38

Anthony

Butcher

06/21/2026

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In the summer of 2021, the life of Anthony Wayne 'Hank' Butcher, a 38-year-old Black man from Petersburg, Virginia, was tragically cut short. On July 17, 2021, Butcher died from what has been described as an act of gun violence. Remembered as a charismatic and kind-hearted individual, his sudden death left a profound void in the lives of his family and friends.

Known affectionately as 'Hank,' he was a devoted father, son, and brother who was cherished by his community. Those who knew him ...
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  • Anthony “Hank” Butcher, age 38 - National Gun Violence Memorial
  • 2021 Petersburg Homicide Victims - The Progress Index

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    Has anyone else been struck by how little information there is about Hank's passing? It's so mysteri... ...Read More
    05/10/2023
    Has anyone else noticed the absence of any concrete information about Hank Butcher's passing? I’ve... ...Read More
    04/30/2023
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