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Case Description
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Kenneth Godfrey, a 29-year-old male, tragically lost his life on January 17, 1987, in Shelby, North Carolina. He was one of three men killed in a mass shooting at the Shelby III Bookstore, an adult bookstore known to attract a gay clientele. The incident also left two other men seriously injured.
The investigation into Kenneth Godfrey's death revealed that the attack was likely motivated by hate, targeting the LGBTQ+ community. Law enforcement initially explored several possible motives, ...Read More
The investigation into Kenneth Godfrey's death revealed that the attack was likely motivated by hate, targeting the LGBTQ+ community. Law enforcement initially explored several possible motives, ...Read More
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Kenneth Godfrey
Male
Shelby
NC
1987-01-17
29
Kenneth
Godfrey
11/19/2025
Forum Posts (2)
As I've been reading through the details of this case, one thing that keeps standing out to me is th... ...Read More
07/26/2024
07/26/2024
Has anyone looked into whether there have been any memorials or vigils held in Shelby for Kenneth Go... ...Read More
04/14/2023
04/14/2023
