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Melvin Brady

Case from Marrero, LA dated Aug 02, 2016

Victim Details

Melvin Brady

Male

Black / African American

Marrero

LA

2016-08-02

5

Melvin

Brady

06/25/2026

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In the late summer of 2016, a heartbreaking tragedy unfolded in a Marrero, Louisiana community, forever altering the lives of a local family. On Tuesday, August 2, 2016, young Melvin Brady, a 5-year-old boy, died from a gunshot wound. The incident that claimed his life was a devastating accident, one that occurred within the supposed safety of his own home.

Further investigation by the Jefferson Parish Sheriff's Office revealed the sorrowful details of that day. Young Melvin was accidenta ...
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  • The Advocate: Mother of 5-year-old accidentally shot to death cited for child desertion
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