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Mekhi Luster

Death by Force
Case Description
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Mekhi Levi Luster, an 18-year-old African American male, tragically lost his life on April 23, 2018, in Knoxville, TN. Mekhi was a student at Fulton High School and was known for his athletic abilities and kind personality. He was fatally shot during what authorities described as a "low-level" marijuana deal. The incident occurred in the Amber Glades Lane neighborhood in West Knox County.

The suspect in Mekhi's death, 18-year-old Isaiah Styles, was arrested and charged with second-degree ...Read More
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  • wbir.com: West Knox Co. shooting suspect charged with second-degree murder in teen's death
  • Knoxville News Sentinel: UPDATE: W. Knox homicide suspect charged with second-degree murder in teen's shooting death
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    Victim Details

    Mekhi Luster

    Male

    Black / African American

    Knoxville

    TN

    2018-04-23

    19

    Mekhi

    Luster

    11/08/2025

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