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Lionel Samuels

Case from Philadelphia, PA dated Aug 18, 2021

Victim Details

Lionel Samuels

Male

Black / African American

Philadelphia

PA

2021-08-18

18

Lionel

Samuels

07/03/2026

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Lionel Samuels, an 18-year-old Black male, tragically lost his life on August 18, 2021, in Philadelphia, PA. He was found in the courtyard of the Simon Garden Apartments on the 6700 block of Musgrave Street, suffering from multiple gunshot wounds. Despite the immediate arrival of medical personnel, Lionel was pronounced dead at the scene.

The incident occurred around 8:54 p.m., and a witness reported seeing a struggle before the shooting. The suspect, described as dressed in all black and ...
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  • NBC10 Philadelphia: Gunman Kills Teen in Philadelphia's East Mount Airy Section
  • Police Identify 18-Year-Old Fatally Shot In East Mount Airy As Lionel Samuels
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