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Corey Ayers

Case from Granite-city, IL dated May 21, 2022

Victim Details

Corey Ayers

Male

Black / African American

Granite-city

IL

2022-05-21

48

Corey

Ayers

07/09/2026

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Corey Ayers, a 48-year-old male from Granite City, Illinois, tragically lost his life on May 21, 2022, due to a fatal shooting. The incident occurred around 8:30 p.m. in the 2300 block of Edwards Street. When officers arrived at the scene, they found Corey Ayers suffering from a gunshot wound. Despite being rushed to the hospital, Ayers succumbed to his injuries shortly thereafter.

The investigation quickly led to the arrest of Sean Bennett, a 44-year-old male from Madison, Illinois. Benn ...
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  • FOX 2: Man shot and killed in Granite City; suspect charged
  • COREY C. AYERS, SR. - Obituary - Officer Funeral Home
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