Lashyd Merritt

Murdered
Case Description
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On July 3, 2023, 20-year-old Lashyd Merritt was fatally shot in Philadelphia's Kingsessing neighborhood during a mass shooting that claimed five lives and injured several others. According to his mother, Marie, Lashyd was on a routine break from his work-from-home job, heading to a nearby store for a snack, when he was tragically caught in the gunfire. Described as a joyful individual who cherished his family, Lashyd was the youngest of five siblings and had plans to marry his girlfriend.
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    Victim Details

    Lashyd Merritt

    Male

    Black / African American

    Philadelphia

    PA

    2023-07-03

    20

    Lashyd

    Merritt

    12/25/2024

    Forum Posts (3)
    I was thinking today about how Lashyd's mother, Marie, must be feeling, and it just weighs so heavil... ...Read More
    05/29/2024
    I’ve been following this case and I’m just devastated for Lashyd's family. What stands out to me... ...Read More
    04/01/2024
    Does anyone know if there were any community gatherings or memorials held for Lashyd and the other v... ...Read More
    12/08/2023
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