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Ikeim Boswell

Case from Tampa, FL dated Mar 14, 2015

Victim Details

Ikeim Boswell

Male

Tampa

FL

2015-03-14

16

Ikeim

Boswell

07/12/2026

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Ikeim Boswell, a 16-year-old from Tampa, Florida, tragically lost his life on March 14, 2015. The incident occurred in the Sulphur Springs neighborhood, where Ikeim and three other boys were gathered in a backyard shed. They were examining a .380-caliber pistol that one of the boys had stolen from his uncle. Believing the gun was unloaded, they passed it around, mimicking scenes from movies. Unfortunately, the gun discharged, and a bullet struck Ikeim in the neck. He was rushed to Tampa General ...
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    Has anyone else been following the case of Ikeim Boswell? It's absolutely devastating to think about... ...Read More
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