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Eugene Blackman

Death by Force
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Eugene Blackman, a 36-year-old African American man from Toledo, OH, was tragically shot and killed on May 8, 2016, at Lyric's Lounge. The incident was part of a violent family feud between the Blackman and Hopings families. Eugene Blackman was known affectionately as "IceMan" to his family and friends. He was born on June 10, 1979, and was a beloved figure in his community.

The suspect in Eugene Blackman's murder is Telly Hopings, who was 22 years old at the time of the crime. Telly Hopi ...Read More
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  • WNWO: TPD investigating links between recent homicides, Monday's triple-shooting
  • Toledo Blade: Toledan, 36, dies in early morning shooting
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    Victim Details

    Eugene Blackman

    Male

    Black / African American

    Toledo

    OH

    2016-05-08

    36

    Eugene

    Blackman

    11/15/2025

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