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Corey Gordon Jr

Death by Force
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Corey Gordon Jr., a 17-year-old African American male, tragically lost his life on June 20, 2016, in Tampa, Florida. The incident occurred during a double shooting that also left 14-year-old Christopher Vilbreana injured. The shooting took place near 3614 Potter Street and E 21st Avenue just after 6 p.m. on that fateful Monday. Witnesses reported that the altercation stemmed from an argument over stolen property, which escalated when 18-year-old Ronnie Thornton fired multiple shots into the vict ...Read More
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    Victim Details

    Corey Gordon Jr

    Male

    Black / African American

    Tampa

    FL

    2016-06-20

    17

    Corey

    Gordon Jr

    11/16/2025

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    12/15/2024
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    11/12/2024
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