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Alvin Nelson

Case from Yuma, AZ dated May 09, 2026

Victim Details

Alvin Nelson

Male

Black / African American

Yuma

AZ

2026-05-09

67

Alvin

Nelson

07/14/2026

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In the quiet city of Yuma, Arizona, a tragedy unfolded on the evening of May 9, 2026, forever altering the lives of those connected to Alvin Nelson. The 67-year-old man became the victim of a violent encounter that ended his life. The incident, which took place in the 300 block of S. 13th Avenue, was initially reported to the Yuma Police Department as an aggravated assault involving a firearm. When officers arrived at approximately 7:45 p.m., they discovered an unresponsive male under a gazebo. ...
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  • https://www.azfamily.com: 2 men dead after apparent murder-suicide in Yuma
  • Alvin Nelson, age 67 - National Gun Violence Memorial
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