17-Year-Old Killed in Potrero Hill Homicide
A 17-year-old boy identified as Ronaldo Jose Dusuau, also known as ‘RJ,’ was killed in a homicide in San Francisco's Potrero Hill neighborhood on Friday. He is remembered by his mother as an 'all-around good kid' and a 'good friend'.
San Francisco Oakland San Jose, CA, October 22, 2026 —
A 17-year-old boy identified as Ronaldo Jose Dusuau, also known as “RJ,” was killed in a homicide in San Francisco’s Potrero Hill neighborhood on Friday, according to the information provided.
Dusuau’s mother remembered him as an “all-around good kid” and a “good friend.” Those descriptions were the only details provided about how his family remembers him.
The available information does not specify the calendar date of the killing, where in Potrero Hill it occurred, or the circumstances surrounding the homicide. It also does not provide details about a possible suspect, motive, weapon, or any arrests. No information was provided about whether authorities have released further details or are investigating the case.
Dusuau was 17, but the information provided does not include additional biographical details, such as his school, interests, or other family statements. It identifies him by his full name and the nickname RJ.
The account describes the death as a homicide but does not include details about how that determination was made or identify the agency handling the case. It also provides no information about public statements from investigators, witnesses, or community members.
Further details about the circumstances of Dusuau’s death and any investigative developments were not included in the information available for this report. His mother’s recollections remain the only description provided of him beyond his name, age, and nickname.
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