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Brandon Frye

Case from Greensboro, NC dated Oct 03, 2017

Victim Details

Brandon Maurice Frye

Male

Black / African American

Greensboro

NC

2017-10-03

22

Brandon

Frye

07/11/2026

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Brandon Frye, a 22-year-old male from Greensboro, NC, tragically passed away on October 3, 2017. He was found shot in the chest at Stonesthrow Apartments on South Holden Road. Despite immediate medical efforts, Brandon was pronounced dead at the scene.

Following Brandon's death, police arrested J'mal Townsend, who was charged with first-degree murder and robbery with a dangerous weapon. The case went to trial, and on December 12, 2022, a jury found Townsend guilty of second-degree murder. ...
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  • Greensboro News & Record: Man killed at Greensboro apartment complex identified
  • myfox8.com: Man killed in shooting at Greensboro apartment complex
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    Did anyone else notice how the court proceedings seemed to really weigh on Brandon's mom, Lisa, espe... ...Read More
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