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Hunter Cooper

Death by Force
Case Description
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Hunter Lee Cooper, a 15-year-old male from Pataskala, Ohio, tragically passed away on January 26, 2020. Hunter was involved in various activities such as Watkins Memorial Football, Warrior Rugby, and enjoyed hunting, camping, and working with computers. His unexpected death deeply affected his family and friends.

The circumstances surrounding Hunter's death involved his friend, Noah Bigham, also 15 years old at the time. On the day of Hunter's death, the two boys were playing a video game ...Read More
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  • The Newark Advocate: Watkins community remembers Pataskala teen, supports families impacted by shooting
  • Lancaster Eagle Gazette: Police: Pataskala teen shot 'best friend' while trying to distract him from video game
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    Victim Details

    Hunter Cooper

    Male

    White / Caucasian

    Pataskala

    OH

    2020-01-26

    15

    Hunter

    Cooper

    11/16/2025

    Forum Posts (3)
    I recently read about Hunter Lee Cooper's case, and I can't help but feel moved by the profound loss... ...Read More
    12/01/2024
    Just read another layer of this tragic story, and my heart goes out to Hunter's family. Something th... ...Read More
    07/29/2024
    I was thinking today about how playing video games is supposed to be a fun escape for teens like Hun... ...Read More
    05/20/2024
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