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Elijah Buck Ball IV

Death by Force
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Elijah Buck Ball IV, a 15-year-old from Ruther Glen, Virginia, tragically lost his life on March 21, 2015. Elijah, known as "Buck" to his friends and family, was shot and killed outside the Caroline Family YMCA following a dispute with another teenager. The incident occurred early in the evening, and it was reported that the altercation between the two teens escalated, leading to the fatal shooting.

The suspect in the case, Ahmad Goodall, who was 16 years old at the time, was arrested and ...Read More
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  • Murder trial set for teen in Caroline YMCA shooting
  • Fredericksburg.com: Teen slaying suspect appears in Caroline court; victim identified
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    Victim Details

    Elijah Buck Ball IV

    Male

    Black / African American

    Ruther-glen

    VA

    2015-03-21

    15

    Elijah

    Buck Ball IV

    11/12/2025

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