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Jerry Vadal Colyer

Death by Force
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Jerry Vadal Colyer, a 43-year-old resident of Chesterfield, Virginia, tragically lost his life on September 29, 2016. Colyer was working as a front desk receptionist at the Econo Lodge in Chesterfield County when the incident occurred. According to reports, at approximately 10:57 p.m., a suspect entered the hotel lobby, displayed a handgun, and demanded money from Colyer. Despite complying with the suspect's demands, Colyer was fatally shot. The suspect then fled the scene towards Woods Edge Roa ...Read More
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    Victim Details

    Jerry Vadal Colyer

    Male

    Black / African American

    Chesterfield

    VA

    2016-09-30

    43

    Jerry

    Vadal Colyer

    11/20/2025

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