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Theo Pham

Case from Pittsburgh, PA dated Apr 28, 2000

Victim Details

Theo Pham

Male

Asian

Pittsburgh

PA

2000-04-28

27

Theo

Pham

07/07/2026

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Theo Pham, a 27-year-old Asian male, tragically lost his life on April 28, 2000, in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. His death was part of a racially motivated shooting spree carried out by Richard Baumhammers, who targeted multiple victims over the course of two hours. Pham was one of five individuals who were killed immediately during this horrific incident.

Richard Baumhammers, a 27-year-old man with a history of mental illness, was identified as the perpetrator. He had been treated for emoti ...
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  • Five killed in racist shooting rampage in Pittsburgh - WSWS
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    Hey everyone, I've been thinking about the aftermath for the families affected by Baumhammers' rampa... ...Read More
    11/01/2024
    I'm really struggling with the senselessness of Theo Pham's murder. It's hard to wrap my head around... ...Read More
    04/18/2023
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