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Jim Brennan

Death by Force
Case Description
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Jim Brennan, a 61-year-old male of unspecified ethnicity, was the beloved owner of Brennan's Colony, a popular restaurant in Cleveland Heights, OH. On June 30, 2014, Brennan was tragically shot and killed during a robbery at his restaurant. The incident occurred when two armed suspects entered the establishment, announced a hold-up, and forced Brennan to the basement to open the safe. A struggle ensued, during which Brennan was shot multiple times. He was later pronounced dead at the hospital....Read More
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    Victim Details

    Jim Brennan

    Male

    White / Caucasian

    Cleveland-heights

    OH

    2014-06-30

    61

    Jim

    Brennan

    12/04/2025

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