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Justin McLaren

Case from Rochester, NY dated Jan 08, 2015

Victim Details

Justin McLaren

Male

Black / African American

Rochester

NY

2015-01-08

21

Justin

McLaren

07/13/2026

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In the winter of 2015, the life of 21-year-old Justin McLaren was tragically cut short in Rochester, New York. On the evening of January 8th, McLaren was at the corner of Bay and McKinster streets when he was approached by two individuals with the intent to rob him. One of the men was armed with a handgun, and during a struggle that ensued, a single shot was fired. The bullet struck McLaren in the upper body, and he was pronounced dead at the scene by first responders. His death marked the first ...
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  • Rochester Democrat and Chronicle: Rochester man accused of killing man near mini-mart
  • Rochester Democrat and Chronicle: 2 killed in city's first 2015 homicides
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