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Michael Earlsey

Case from Rochester, NY dated Jul 04, 2018

Victim Details

Michael Earlsey

Male

White / Caucasian

Rochester

NY

2018-07-04

42

Michael

Earlsey

07/08/2026

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In the early hours of July 4, 2018, in Rochester, New York, a violent encounter cut short the life of 42-year-old Michael Earlsey. The incident unfolded around 1:00 A.M. on York Street, where Earlsey and a 28-year-old woman were shot. Earlsey sustained at least eight gunshot wounds and was rushed to Strong Memorial Hospital, where he ultimately succumbed to his injuries. The female victim was also shot twice but survived.

The investigation swiftly led police to 49-year-old Joseph Boykins ...
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  • Joseph Boykins Sr. charged with homicide in Rochester double shooting
  • Man sentenced in 2018 Rochester murder - 13WHAM
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