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William Copeland

Case from Cincinnati, OH dated Feb 20, 2005

Victim Details

William Copeland

February 11, 2022

Male

African-American / Black

Cincinnati

OH

2005-02-20

2005-02-20

William

Copeland

07/08/2026


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William Copeland, a 16-year-old male, was killed on February 20, 2005, in Cincinnati, Ohio. The incident took place at 4926 Reading Road in the neighborhood of Bond Hill, Hamilton County. According to reports, Copeland was shot in the head while driving along Reading Road near California Avenue. The shooting is believed to have stemmed from an argument that occurred between passengers in Copeland's car and individuals in another vehicle. Following the altercation, shots were fired, resulting in ...
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