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Cody Austin Woodson

Case from Richmond, VA dated Apr 05, 2021

Victim Details

Cody Austin Woodson

Male

White / Caucasian

Richmond

VA

2021-04-05

20

Cody

Austin Woodson

06/29/2026

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Cody Austin Woodson, a 20-year-old male, was a junior at Virginia Commonwealth University with a promising future ahead of him. He was studying computer science and had already secured an internship. Known for his charismatic smile and passion for learning, he was the president of The Linux Users Group at his university.

On the evening of April 5, 2021, in the Carver neighborhood of Richmond, Virginia, Cody's life was tragically cut short. After spending the day with his girlfriend, he wa ...
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  • WTVR: VCU student was gunned down while taking out trash
  • WTVR: VCU student killed in second deadly shooting on Gilmer Street
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    I can't stop thinking about Cody's girlfriend, Clarisse, and how hard it must be for her right now. ... ...Read More
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    I wanted to share some thoughts about the billboards put up to seek justice for Cody Austin Woodson.... ...Read More
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