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Orlando Anderson

Death by Force
Case Description
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Orlando Anderson Jr., an 8-year-old boy from Hanover, Virginia, tragically lost his life on January 21, 2019. The incident occurred when an armed intruder broke into his family's home on Robin Lane in King William County. The intruder kicked in the front door and opened fire, striking Orlando while he was asleep. Despite being rushed to VCU Medical Center, Orlando succumbed to his injuries. His parents, heartbroken and devastated, described him as a joyful child who loved dancing, the Dallas Cow ...Read More
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  • Parents: Intruder fatally shoots son, 8, at Virginia home
  • WTVR.com: ‘Sweet’ 8-year-old boy dies after shooting inside King William home
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    Victim Details

    Orlando Anderson

    Male

    Black / African American

    Hanover

    VA

    2019-01-21

    8

    Orlando

    Anderson

    11/21/2025

    Forum Posts (2)
    I can't stop thinking about the impact this has had on Orlando's classmates and teachers at Acquinto... ...Read More
    04/20/2024
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    11/25/2023
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