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Willis Yates

Case from Durham, NC dated Oct 20, 2011

Victim Details

Willis Yates

March 28, 2022

Male

African-American / Black

Durham

NC

2011-10-20

33

Willis

Yates

07/25/2026


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Willis Andrea Yates, aged 33, was tragically shot and killed during a home invasion on October 20, 2011, in Durham, North Carolina. The crime occurred at his residence, where he was pronounced dead at the scene. Despite efforts by local authorities and community appeals, the case remains unsolved, and Durham police have continued to seek information from the public. A reward has been offered for tips that could lead to an arrest, but no suspects have been charged to date. Yates' death deeply aff ...
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  • Willis Yates Obituary (2011) - Durham, NC - The News & Observer
  • Parents of Murdered Children — Blog - Leanora Minai
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