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Melissa Thomas

Case from Philadelphia, PA dated Feb 02, 2014

Victim Details

Melissa Thomas

March 28, 2022

Female

African-American / Black

Philadelphia

PA

2014-02-02

29

Melissa

Thomas

06/30/2026


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Melissa Thomas, 29, was tragically shot and killed on February 2, 2014, in Philadelphia. The incident took place during an attempted robbery, where she was targeted for her purse. The shooting occurred in a public area, and she was one of multiple victims in what was described as a particularly violent night in Philadelphia. Despite immediate response from authorities, no arrests have been made, and her case remains open. The Philadelphia District Attorney's office continues to investigate and s ...
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  • 2 Killed, 2 Hurt During Violent Night in Philly - NBC10 Philadelphia
  • Victim killed in West Philadelphia purse robbery, shooting identified
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    03/08/2023
    Has anyone else been looking into the crime data around Feb 2, 2014, in Philly? It's so disturbing t... ...Read More
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    I'm still thinking about Melissa Thomas and how this case remains unsolved. It's incredibly frustrat... ...Read More
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