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Alexander Joseph Lorms

Case from Columbus, OH dated May 01, 2017

Victim Details

Alexander Joseph Lorms

Male

White / Caucasian

Columbus

OH

2017-05-01

18

Alexander

Joseph Lorms

07/02/2026

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Alexander Joseph Lorms, an 18-year-old male of Caucasian ethnicity, tragically died on May 1, 2017, in Columbus, Ohio. He was a student at Whetstone High School and was known for his leadership, friendly personality, and unique style. Lorms was fatally shot during a robbery at a house in the 1900 block of Republic Avenue.

Ralph E. Barrie, also 18 years old, was charged with the aggravated murder of Lorms. Barrie and his accomplice, Camden W. Jester, planned to rob Lorms after arranging to ...
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  • Suspect jailed in Northwest Side killing - The Columbus Dispatch
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    It's hard not to be deeply impacted by the senseless loss of Alexander Joseph Lorms. As someone who ... ...Read More
    05/06/2024
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    Has anyone else been following the part about Lorms' unique sense of style? I keep seeing mentions o... ...Read More
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