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Markell L. Peaks

Case from Columbus, OH dated Oct 09, 2008

Victim Details

Markell L. Peaks

March 28, 2022

Male

African-American / Black

Columbus

OH

2008-10-09

27

Markell L.

Peaks

Yes

06/30/2026


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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 ...
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  • Triple murder on Hilltop gets man 99 years - The Columbus Dispatch
  • Two to be sentenced for 2008 triple murder - The Columbus Dispatch
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