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Nigel Powell

Case from Bridgeport, CT dated Oct 11, 2021

Victim Details

Nigel Powell

Male

Black / African American

Bridgeport

CT

2021-10-11

16

Nigel

Powell

06/30/2026

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In the city of Bridgeport, Connecticut, on October 11, 2021, the life of 16-year-old Nigel Powell was tragically cut short. What was initially reported as a self-inflicted gunshot wound would soon be revealed as a devastating accident among friends. Powell, a Black male, was inside a residence on Valley Avenue with three other juveniles when he sustained a fatal gunshot wound to the head. He was rushed to St. Vincent's Medical Center, where he ultimately succumbed to his injuries.

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  • Connecticut Post: Minor 'playing with gun' killed teen in Bridgeport, police say
  • DoingItLocal: Bridgeport News: Valley Avenue Shooting - DoingItLocal
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