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Thomas Lane

Case from Naples, FL dated Aug 15, 2016

Victim Details

Thomas Lane

Male

White / Caucasian

Naples

FL

2016-08-15

17

Thomas

Lane

06/25/2026

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Thomas Lane, a 17-year-old from Naples, Florida, tragically passed away on August 15, 2016. He was a student at Lorenzo Walker Technical High School and was known for his friendly demeanor and dedication to his studies. On the day of his death, Thomas was in a parking garage at Coastland Center Mall with three friends. According to reports, he was showing his friends a 9 mm semiautomatic handgun when the firearm accidentally discharged, striking him in the jaw. Despite immediate medical attentio ...
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  • Naples Daily News: Naples mall shooting that killed teen was accidental, police officer says
  • 17-year-old dies in shooting at Coastland Center mall | WINK NEWS
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