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Cleveland Fulton

Death by Force
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Cleveland Fulton, a 17-year-old African American male from Palatka, Florida, tragically died on February 29, 2016. The incident occurred when Cleveland accidentally shot himself in the head with a handgun. The shooting took place around 5 p.m. on Benham Street in Palatka. Cleveland was immediately taken to Putnam Community Medical Center and later flown to Shands Hospital in Gainesville in critical condition. Despite the medical efforts, he succumbed to his injuries.

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  • jacksonville.com: Mother of Palatka teen who accidentally shot himself in head says son is now brain dead
  • WJXT: Family: Teen dies after apparent accidental shooting
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    Victim Details

    Cleveland Fulton

    Male

    Black / African American

    Palatka

    FL

    2016-02-29

    17

    Cleveland

    Fulton

    11/17/2025

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