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Donte Bynum

Case from Portsmouth, VA dated Dec 31, 2016

Victim Details

Donte Raynell Bynum

Male

Black / African American

Portsmouth

VA

2016-12-31

27

Donte

Bynum

07/07/2026

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On the last day of 2016, a life was tragically cut short in Portsmouth, Virginia. Donte Raynell Bynum, a 27-year-old Black male, was found suffering from gunshot wounds in the 1500 block of Wilcox Avenue. Born on April 29, 1989, Donte was known in his community as a loving individual with a particular fondness for children. He had attended Portsmouth Public Schools and was a cherished son, brother, and friend.

Emergency services rushed Donte to a local hospital, but he succumbed to his in ...
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  • WTKR.com: Portsmouth Police identify man killed in New Year’s Eve shooting
  • Donte Raynell Bynum Portsmouth - OBITUARY - The Virginian-Pilot
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    I was thinking about the location where Donte was found, the 1500 block of Wilcox Avenue. Does anyon... ...Read More
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