Major Melvin

Murdered
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On March 22, 2024, Major Melvin, 89, and his wife Claudette Melvin, 87, were found shot and killed in their home in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. The couple, who had lived in their Melrose Park home for over 50 years, were discovered by family members. Claudette was found in the dining room, and Major was found in the living room, both with gunshot wounds. No guns were found at the scene.

The investigation revealed that the Melvins' 2014 red Ford Fusion was missing, along with the car keys ...Read More
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    Victim Details

    Major Melvin

    Male

    Black / African American

    Fort-lauderdale

    FL

    2024-03-22

    89

    Major

    Melvin

    Yes

    12/06/2024

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    08/14/2024
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