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Eric Robinson

Case from Philadelphia, PA dated Jan 12, 2017

Victim Details

Eric Robinson

Male

Philadelphia

PA

2017-01-12

35

Eric

Robinson

07/08/2026

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Eric Robinson, a 35-year-old tow truck driver from Philadelphia, PA, was tragically shot and killed on January 12, 2017. He was found in the 4500 block of Melrose Street, suffering from multiple gunshot wounds to the head and torso. Despite immediate medical attention, he was pronounced dead at the scene.

The investigation into Eric Robinson's death revealed that he was one of three tow truck drivers targeted in a series of execution-style shootings over a 24-hour period. The other two vi ...
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  • Philly.com: Busy night for Philly police: 2 men gunned down, 7 wounded
  • Eric Robinson - DC# 17-15-003410 - PhillyPoliceUnsolvedMurders
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