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Jalen Welch

Case from Detroit, MI dated Sep 15, 2024

Victim Details

Jalen Welch

Male

Black / African American

Detroit

MI

2024-09-15

25

Jalen

Welch

Substantiated

07/02/2026

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On a Sunday afternoon in Detroit's historic Eastern Market, a dispute tragically escalated, leading to the death of 25-year-old Jalen Welch. The incident, which occurred on September 15, 2024, unfolded amidst the backdrop of a festive Lions tailgate, shattering the lively atmosphere with a single, fatal gunshot. Welch, a male resident of Detroit, was present near Shed 6 where a physical altercation had taken place among several men. Although not directly involved in the initial fight, he became ...
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  • AP News: No charges will be pursued in shooting that killed 2 after Detroit Lions game
  • WDIV: 2nd victim identified in Eastern Market tailgate shooting
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    I’ve been following the Eastern Market case closely, and I feel so deeply for the families of Jale... ...Read More
    11/26/2024
    Has anyone else been to Eastern Market since the shooting? I've been a regular there for years, and ... ...Read More
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    I’ve been thinking about the difficult decision made by the Wayne County Prosecutor’s Office not... ...Read More
    10/19/2024
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