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Demetrius Dunlap

Case from Cleveland, OH dated Mar 11, 2023

Victim Details

Demetrius Dunlap

Male

Black / African American

Cleveland

OH

2023-03-11

7

Demetrius

Dunlap

Yes

07/10/2026

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Demetrius Dunlap, a 7-year-old boy from Cleveland, Ohio, tragically died on March 11, 2023, after accidentally shooting himself in the head. The incident occurred at a home on West 30th Street, where Demetrius reportedly found a loaded gun. Emergency responders were called to the scene, but despite their efforts, he was pronounced dead shortly after arrival at the hospital. The circumstances surrounding his death highlighted serious concerns about gun safety and the accessibility of firearms in ...
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  • https://www.cleveland19.com: ‘Beloved first grader’ dies in Cleveland shooting
  • cleveland: Charges filed in shooting death of 7-year-old boy in Cleveland
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    This case really hits hard, and my heart goes out to the Dunlap family for their unimaginable loss. ... ...Read More
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