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Elijah Copley

Death by Force
Case Description
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On July 24, 2020, 14-year-old Elijah Copley was tragically shot and killed while riding a scooter with a friend near the intersection of West Rich Street and Dana Avenue in Columbus, Ohio. Elijah, a compassionate and energetic young boy who always brought joy into a room, was struck by gunfire during the early hours of the morning. Despite being rushed to the hospital in critical condition, he succumbed to his injuries later that day.

The incident occurred during a particularly violent ni ...Read More
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  • The Columbus Dispatch: 23-year-old man killed in North Linden shooting
  • WSYX: 14-year-old teen dies after shooting in Franklinton
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    Victim Details

    Elijah Copley

    Male

    White / Caucasian

    Columbus

    OH

    2020-07-24

    14

    Elijah

    Copley

    12/01/2025

    Forum Posts (2)
    I've been following Elijah Copley's case closely, and it just breaks my heart to think about what hi... ...Read More
    02/10/2024
    Has anyone else read about the potential lead from the security cameras near West Rich Street and Da... ...Read More
    07/07/2023
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