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Tariq Reynolds

Death by Force
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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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    Victim Details

    Tariq Reynolds

    Male

    Black / African American

    Des Moines

    IA

    2024-09-01

    21

    Tariq

    Reynolds

    11/05/2025

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