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Lewis Puryear

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Lewis Puryear, aged 30, tragically lost his life on October 16, 2016, in Rochester, NY. Puryear was found dead in front of a house on Orchard Street, having been shot in the upper body. The incident occurred in the early hours of the morning following a house party. Reports indicate that an argument broke out at the party, leading to the fatal shooting. Another individual was also injured during the incident, though their injuries were minor and not directly caused by a gunshot.

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    Victim Details

    Lewis Puryear

    Male

    Black / African American

    Rochester

    NY

    2016-10-16

    30

    Lewis

    Puryear

    11/05/2025

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