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Perry Brown

Case from Rockford, IL dated Jan 06, 2026

Victim Details

Perry Brown

Male

Black / African American

Rockford

IL

2026-01-06

55

Perry

Brown

07/04/2026

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In the quiet city of Rockford, Illinois, the life of 55-year-old Perry Brown was tragically cut short on January 6, 2026. A machine operator for Combined Metals Company for eleven years, Brown was known for his love of life, which he expressed through grilling, playing video games, weightlifting, dancing, and singing. His commitment to his community was evident in his role as a football coach at the Northwest Community Center.

The circumstances of his death, however, paint a starkly diffe ...
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  • https://www.wifr.com: 1 dead, 1 hurt in Rockford shooting, suspect arrested
  • Perry D. Brown of Rockford, Illinois | 1970 - 2026 | Obituary
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