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Malik Khayyum

Case from Nashville, TN dated Aug 04, 2017

Victim Details

Malik Khayyum

Male

Black / African American

Nashville

TN

2017-08-04

19

Malik

Khayyum

07/17/2026

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In the summer of 2017, the Nashville music scene lost a rising star. On August 4th, Malik Khayyum, a 19-year-old male known for his talent as a DJ, died in a tragic incident that unfolded in the Talbot's Corner neighborhood. The young man, who performed under the name DJ Malik, was remembered as a popular and beloved figure who dedicated his life to music.

The circumstances of Khayyum's death were determined to be the result of an accidental shooting. He was reportedly playing with a pist ...
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  • The Tennessean: Police: DJ Malik killed in accidental shooting in Talbot's Corner
  • Nashville, TN Patch: 1 Dead In Talbot's Corner Accidental Shooting
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    I recently stumbled upon the tragic story of Malik Khayyum, aka DJ Malik, and felt compelled to shar... ...Read More
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    I've been thinking a lot about how this community and Malik's friends have been pro... ...Read More
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    Hey everyone, I've been following the discussion on DJ Malik's case, and it just really made me thin... ...Read More
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