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Tariq Reynolds

Case from Des Moines, IA dated Sep 01, 2024

Victim Details

Tariq Reynolds

Male

Black / African American

Des Moines

IA

2024-09-01

21

Tariq

Reynolds

06/29/2026

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In Des Moines, Iowa, a young Black/African American man's life was tragically cut short on September 1, 2024. Tariq Reynolds, a 21-year-old male, was known by those who loved him as a kind and selfless person, a gentle soul who could brighten the darkest of days with just his smile. On that Sunday afternoon, his heroic attempt to protect others cost him his life. The incident unfolded at a residence on South Union Street, where an argument had broken out.

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  • Yahoo News: Des Moines Police release name of south side shooting victim
  • weareiowa.com: Victim from South Union Street weekend shooting identified
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    I've been following the case of Tariq LeVante Reynolds and wanted to share something that struck me ... ...Read More
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    I came across the case of Tariq LeVante Reynolds recently, and it's been on my mind a lot. Tariq's s... ...Read More
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