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Michael Rhem

Case from Seattle, WA dated Aug 29, 2024

Victim Details

Michael Rhem

Male

Black / African American

Seattle

WA

2024-08-29

58

Michael

Rhem

06/20/2026

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Michael Craig Rhem, a 58-year-old Black / African American male also known as "Big Mike," was tragically killed on August 29, 2024, in Seattle, Washington. His life was cut short when he was found shot in the head on the 7th floor of the Olive Ridge apartment building on 17th Avenue in the Capitol Hill neighborhood. The shooting occurred shortly before 8:30 AM, and despite the efforts of first responders, Rhem died at the scene from multiple gunshot wounds.

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  • CHS Capitol Hill Seattle News: Crime – CHS Capitol Hill Seattle News
  • SPD Blotter: Man Shot in Capitol Hill Neighborhood  - SPD Blotter
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