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Carmelo McClinton

Case from Kenner, LA dated Feb 28, 2024

Victim Details

Carmelo McClinton

Male

Black / African American

Kenner

LA

2024-02-28

3

Carmelo

McClinton

Yes

06/25/2026

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A heart-wrenching tragedy unfolded in a Kenner, Louisiana, neighborhood, claiming the life of 3-year-old Carmelo McClinton on February 28, 2024. The young boy, known affectionately as 'Melo,' was fatally shot by his father, Melvin McClinton Sr., in the throes of a deep personal crisis. The devastating chain of events was set in motion by the recent killing of McClinton Sr.'s older son, 18-year-old Melvin McClinton Jr., which had plunged the father into a state of profound emotional and mental di ...
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  • https://www.fox8live.com: Father accused of killing toddler son dies from injuries, police say
  • NOLA.com: Kenner man kills 3-year-old son before trying to take his own life, police say
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