Rakeem Xavier Jordan Baker

Murdered
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On August 24, 2024, 15-year-old Rakeem Xavier Jordan Baker was fatally shot at the Palmilla Apartments on Ashley River Road in Charleston, South Carolina. The incident occurred around 11:52 p.m., also resulting in a 17-year-old male sustaining injuries.

The Charleston Police Department's investigation revealed that Baker and his 18-year-old relative, Desean Matthews, had conspired to rob the 17-year-old victim. During the attempted robbery, gunfire was exchanged, leading to Baker's dea ...Read More
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    Victim Details

    Rakeem Xavier Jordan Baker

    Male

    Black / African American

    Charleston

    SC

    2024-08-24

    15

    Rakeem

    Xavier Jordan Baker

    12/20/2024

    Forum Posts (2)
    I am urging anyone with information regarding the murder of Rakeem to please come forward and contac... ...Read More
    10/22/2024
    Does anyone know if there is a GoFundMe set up for Rakeem's family? I would like to help them in any... ...Read More
    10/20/2024
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