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Chester Harris

Case from Columbus, OH dated Aug 02, 2006

Victim Details

Chester Harris

February 11, 2022

Male

African-American / Black

Columbus

OH

2006-08-02

2006-08-02

Chester

Harris

07/03/2026


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On August 2, 2006, Chester Harris, a 38-year-old man, was found lying outside with a fatal gunshot wound behind 677 Gilbert Avenue in Columbus, Ohio. The circumstances of his death remain unsolved, and his case is listed as an unsolved homicide by the Columbus Police Department. The incident occurred in the early morning hours, and there is limited information regarding suspects or the events leading up to the shooting.

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  • Reward Offered In 2006 Slaying | 10tv.com
  • South Side homicide unsolved - The Columbus Dispatch
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