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Austin Kelly

Case from Taft, FL dated Sep 28, 2018

Victim Details

Austin Kelly

Male

White / Caucasian

Taft

FL

2018-09-28

20

Austin

Kelly

07/12/2026

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Austin Kelly, a 20-year-old resident of Taft, Florida, tragically lost his life on September 28, 2018. The incident occurred when his 23-year-old brother, Kori New, was reportedly "playing around" with a firearm. According to the Orange County Sheriff's Office, the gun accidentally discharged, striking Austin Kelly. The shooting took place at their residence on 1000 4th Street, shortly before 4 p.m. Despite being rushed to Orlando Regional Medical Center, Austin Kelly was pronounced dead upon ar ...
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  • OrlandoSentinel.com: Brother arrested on manslaughter charge was 'playing around' with gun, deputies say
  • Austin Kelly, age 20 - National Gun Violence Memorial
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