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Kevin King Jr

Death by Force
Case Description
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Kevin King Jr., a 20-year-old African American male from Cleveland, OH, tragically passed away on August 23, 2017. He was known for his vibrant personality and active involvement in various activities such as music, dancing, playing the drums, karate, basketball, and modeling. Kevin was also a loving father to his daughter, Kailar Marie King.

Kevin's death was the result of a fatal shooting. On the night of his death, police were called to the scene, but despite their efforts to administe ...Read More
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  • cleveland.com: Cleveland police link 15-year-old's shooting to East Side homicide
  • Double shooting on same street on Cleveland's east side -- one dead, one wounded
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    Victim Details

    Kevin King Jr

    Male

    Black / African American

    Cleveland

    OH

    2017-08-23

    20

    Kevin

    King Jr

    11/08/2025

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