Richard Nelson

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Case Description    (Solved)
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On January 14, 2017, Richard Nelson, an 18-year-old former high school football star, was shot and killed outside his family’s Las Vegas home. Nelson, who was a freshman football player at Missouri State University, had returned home when a confrontation involving his sister escalated. During the altercation, Nelson was shot by a 17-year-old suspect, Richard Newsome, who was later charged as an adult. Nelson’s tragic death shook the local community, leading to a vigil and ongoing calls for j ...Read More
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    Victim Details

    Richard Nelson

    March 28, 2022

    Male

    African-American / Black

    Las Vegas

    NV

    2017-01-14

    18

    Richard

    Nelson

    Yes

    10/13/2024

    1


    Area Body Found:
    Forum Posts (3)
    Does anyone have any theories on the murder of Richard? I would love to hear your thoughts and insig... ...Read More
    03/19/2024
    I am devastated to hear that Richard is missing. I knew him well and he was such a kind and genuine ... ...Read More
    05/27/2023
    Does anyone know where Richard worked? I am trying to track down some information about his employme... ...Read More
    01/11/2023