Michael Carter Jr.

Murdered
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On October 19, 2024, a fatal shooting occurred near Union Labor Park in Des Moines, Iowa, resulting in the death of 46-year-old Michael Carter Jr. The incident happened during the "Biggz Big World" event, a hip-hop festival aimed at raising awareness about mental health.

Police responded to a report of a gunshot injury to the chest at 4640 NW Morningstar Dr. around 7:22 p.m. Deputies from the Polk County Sheriff's Office initiated life-saving measures on the victim until emergency medic ...Read More
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    Victim Details

    Michael Carter Jr.

    Male

    Black / African American

    Des-moines

    IA

    2024-10-19

    46

    Michael

    Carter Jr.

    12/04/2024

    Forum Posts (3)
    Is there a Facebook page for Michael? I'd love to follow along and stay updated on what he's up to. ... ...Read More
    11/19/2024
    I am absolutely devastated to learn that Michael has been brutally murdered. He was a kind and compa... ...Read More
    11/11/2024
    It is disheartening to see the lack of media coverage surrounding the case of Michael. This individu... ...Read More
    10/24/2024
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