Vernon Boswell October 31, 1983 ~ June 4, 2004 20 Years Old
Vernon Boswell 10/31/1983 - 6/4/2004
Vernon was a young vibrant 20 year old, who was home from Northhampton College on summer break. The evening of June 4th he was attending a carnival with some friends at Windsor and McKnight Streets, until something fun turned deadly.
Remembering Vernon
June 4, 2004 Remembering Vernon ♥ Today and Everyday... 6 years without you here, Still no answers, no peace, no justice. God Bless You and Your Family
As Vernon and his friends walked to the carnival, people in a group began arguing and fighting. Witnesses reported about ten shots were fired. Two of Vernon's friends were injured. Vernon was killed. He died of multiple gunshot wounds. The coroners office ruled his death a homicide.
Why are our young people carrying guns to Carnivals?
Article dated 9/27/2010
Grandmother seeks justice for man slain in 2004
Reading man, 20, shot during brawl; police hope for help
Who Killed Vernon? Please Help!
Vernon's graduation picture from RHS
Justice for Vernon
September 25, A National Day of Remembrance
A memory of Vernon for the quilt.
6 YEARS AGO VERNON'S LIFE WAS TAKEN. VERNON & HIS FAMILY DESERVE JUSTICE!
Apparently the argument started earlier in the evening between two men at the carnival, and resumed when they saw each other later. Once again, there was a whole group of people there. And NO ONE IS SPEAKING OUT! Vernon is dead. Another young life taken needlessly! And once again the shooter is walking free. This could happen to your brother,sister or your friend. People who kill, usually kill again.
Vernon would have been 22 years old today, had someone not taken his life. His killer remains free.
Vernons 3rd Year Angel Wing Date
Tarran Holt of Reading lit a candle for her grandson, Vernon R. Boswell, who was shot and killed in 2004 in Reading. The murderer hasn't been found.
Ceremony held in Reading park to remember murder victims While everyone has their own special place for remembrance, Holt said the park will be a common spot to gather. "This is perfect for you to come here, talk about them and remember them,"
"Walk a Day in Our Shoes" Remembering Vernon & His Family
Time has stood still.. and it is still standing still. Took my life, my families hopes and dreams. My killer walks free.
'Walk a Day in my Shoes' Remembering Vernon, His Family and Friends. October 31, 1983 ~ June 4, 2004
Speak Out and Stop this Violence
People are so afraid to get involved and speak out. There are anonymous crime tiplines you can call and don't even have to give your name. Aren't you more afraid of what will happen the next time the shooter uses his gun? You can stop the violence by speaking out,
A friend of Vernon's said she couldn't recall one negative thing about him. He had a sense of humor and was able to joke with his friends. That has all been destroyed due to violence.
There are no excuses for MURDER!
Vernon deserves Justice!
His family needs answers!
Berks Crime Alert is offering a Reward of up to $10,000.00 for information leading to an arrest for Vernon's murder. Please, Help Find Justice for Vernon! You do not have to give your name.
Email Berks Crime Alert by clicking on the logo.
Submit Information to Berks County District Attorney John Adams Office. You do not have to give your name!
You can write to us here tips@yearsoftears.org We don't want your name, just your information.
