Jakari Edwards

Murdered
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On December 2, 2023, 20-year-old Jakari Edwards was fatally shot in Marrero, Louisiana. Just weeks earlier, he had joyfully helped his family decorate their home for Christmas, eagerly anticipating the holiday with his 4-month-old son, Jakari Jr. His family described him as a remarkable young man with a promising future, emphasizing that he was not involved in any illegal activities.

Jakari was the youngest of four siblings and the only son. He grew up in Gretna, participating in basket ...Read More
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  • NOLA.com: Family remembers young father killed in Marrero shooting. 'He had a future ahead of him.'

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    Victim Details

    Jakari Edwards

    Male

    Black / African American

    Marrero

    LA

    2023-12-02

    20

    Jakari

    Edwards

    Yes

    12/12/2024

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