Markell L. Peaks

Murdered
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On October 9, 2008, Markell L. Peaks, aged 27, was killed in a triple homicide in Columbus, Ohio. The incident took place at an apartment located on 1988 Fairmont Avenue. The crime also involved the deaths of Franklin Walker and Carol Welch. All three victims were found shot multiple times, and it was determined that Peaks and Walker each sustained three gunshot wounds to the head and back. The murders appeared to be linked to a robbery, as the attackers aimed to steal money and drugs from the v ...Read More
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    Victim Details

    Markell L. Peaks

    March 28, 2022

    Male

    African-American / Black

    Columbus

    OH

    2008-10-09

    27

    Markell L.

    Peaks

    Yes

    10/28/2024


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    It is with great sadness that I must share the news that Markell L. Peaks was tragically murdered on... ...Read More
    11/10/2024
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    01/14/2023
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