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Nigel Powell

Death by Force
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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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    Victim Details

    Nigel Powell

    Male

    Black / African American

    Bridgeport

    CT

    2021-10-11

    16

    Nigel

    Powell

    11/05/2025

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