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Brandon Gilliam

Death by Force
Case Description
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Brandon Gilliam, a 28-year-old resident of Columbus, Ohio, tragically lost his life on April 30, 2023, during a violent home invasion. The incident occurred shortly before midnight at his residence on Laurelwood Court, where he was at home with his wife and five young children. According to police reports, an unidentified suspect forcibly entered their home and opened fire, resulting in Gilliam being shot fatally. He was pronounced dead at the scene at 12:04 AM.

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  • Fox 8 Cleveland WJW: Five children witness home invasion in Northland; Parents shot, father killed
  • Homicide Cold Case Unit Archive Apr 2023 - City of Columbus, Ohio
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    Victim Details

    Brandon Gilliam

    Male

    Black / African American

    Columbus

    OH

    2023-04-30

    28

    Brandon

    Gilliam

    11/17/2025

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