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Leon Thurman Jr.

Case from Shelby, NC dated Feb 28, 2010

Victim Details

Leon Thurman Jr.

Male

Black / African American

Shelby

NC

2010-02-28

21

Leon

Thurman Jr.

07/08/2026

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Leon Thurman Jr., a 21-year-old African American male, tragically lost his life on February 28, 2010, in Shelby, North Carolina. Born on August 15, 1988, in Cleveland County, Leon was a beloved member of his community, known for his love of basketball, dancing, and making people laugh. He was a member of Walls Memorial Church and cherished by his family and friends.

On the fateful day of his death, Leon Thurman Jr. was pronounced dead at Cleveland Regional Medical Center in Shelby. The ci ...
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  • WSOC TV: Police Make Arrest In Shelby Shooting
  • Leon Thurman Jr., age 21 - National Gun Violence Memorial
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