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Franklin Fantroy

Case from Washington, DC dated Oct 27, 2008

Victim Details

Franklin Fantroy

March 28, 2022

Male

African-American / Black

Washington

DC

2008-10-27

2008-10-27

17

Franklin

Fantroy

07/18/2026


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In the autumn of 2008, a violent act shattered the evening calm in a Northeast Washington, D.C. neighborhood, leaving a family to grapple with a sudden and devastating loss. On Monday, October 27, 2008, Franklin K. Fantroy, known affectionately as 'Frank,' was fatally shot. The incident occurred at approximately 8:30 p.m. in the 4900 block of 11th Street, NE. Emergency services responded to the scene, but Fantroy, a male victim, succumbed to his injuries.

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  • Franklin Fantroy - Homicide Victim - Metropolitan Police Department
  • Student Is Among 2 Fatally Shot in 2 Days - The Washington Post

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    I can't stop thinking about the beautiful memorial that Franklin's friends set up for him outside th... ...Read More
    02/18/2024
    Has anyone else noticed the memorial at the recreation center where Franklin last visited? It’s su... ...Read More
    02/11/2024
    It's truly devastating to think about how Franklin Fantroy's life was cut short in such a senseless ... ...Read More
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