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Charles Edwards

Case from Oakland, CA dated Sep 26, 2012

Victim Details

Charles Edwards

March 28, 2022

Male

African-American / Black

Oakland

CA

2012-09-26

41

Charles

Edwards

07/19/2026


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Case Description

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On September 26, 2012, 41-year-old Charles Edwards was fatally shot in Oakland, California. The shooting occurred in a neighborhood that has seen significant levels of gun violence. Edwards' death contributed to the city's ongoing struggle with homicides, which peaked during this period. Despite an investigation, no suspects were immediately identified, and the case remains unsolved. Authorities have continued to encourage anyone with information to come forward to help solve the case.

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