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Rakeem Newell

Case from Monroe, LA dated Apr 05, 2021

Victim Details

Rakeem Newell

Male

Black / African American

Monroe

LA

2021-04-05

18

Rakeem

Newell

07/12/2026

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In the spring of 2021, the life of 18-year-old Rakeem Newell was cut tragically short. On Monday, April 5, 2021, in Monroe, Louisiana, Newell was killed by gunfire. Born on September 13, 2002, the young man was a resident of Monroe and was known by those who loved him as an avid enthusiast of basketball, football, and track. He was a student who had attended Carroll High School and was a member of the Mount Nebo Baptist Church.

The events that led to his untimely death unfolded in the ear ...
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  • KTVE - myarklamiss.com: Monroe man arrested, charged with Second Degree Murder for Monday morning shooting
  • Second arrest made in connection with April 5 Monroe homicide
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