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Willie Griffin

Case from Birmingham, AL dated Feb 25, 2017

Victim Details

Willie Griffin

Male

Black / African American

Birmingham

AL

2017-02-25

42

Willie

Griffin

Yes

06/20/2026

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In the West End of Birmingham, Alabama, a domestic dispute on a late Saturday night in February 2017 tragically ended the life of 42-year-old Willie Griffin. The incident, which unfolded on February 25th, resulted in Griffin suffering a fatal gunshot wound. Responding to a call, officers and medical personnel arrived at the scene to find Griffin in critical condition. Despite their efforts, he was pronounced dead shortly after.

The initial investigation by Birmingham police quickly pointe ...
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    I’ve been thinking about the impact this tragedy must have had on the children who witnessed it. I... ...Read More
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    It's so tragic to think about the children who witnessed such a horrific event. My heart goes out to... ...Read More
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    This case has been on my mind, especially thinking about those children who were there that night. I... ...Read More
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