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Elton "Shawn" Peterson, a 40-year-old resident of Memphis, Tennessee, tragically lost his life to gun violence on September 11, 2023. Known affectionately by nicknames such as "Cowboy," "Peoples," and "Black Cowboy," Peterson was celebrated for his love of horses, motorcycles, and his children. He was described as charming, funny, intelligent, and direct, with a particular fondness for Harley Davidson motorcycles and fishing. Professionally, Peterson worked as a diesel mechanic, and he was an al ...Read More
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Elton Shawn Peterson
Male
Black / African American
Memphis
TN
2023-09-11
40
Elton
Shawn Peterson
11/05/2025
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I'm absolutely stunned by the lack of progress in Shawn's case. It's unsettling to think about how s... ...Read More
10/19/2023
10/19/2023
