Paye Blawou

Death by Force
Case Description
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On June 23, 2020, a tragic incident occurred in Des Moines, Iowa, resulting in the death of 31-year-old Paye Blawou. The event unfolded in the evening, with Blawou being shot in the Prospect Park area of Des Moines. Following the shooting, Blawou was immediately taken to a nearby hospital, where he succumbed to his injuries.

The investigation into the shooting was swift, and law enforcement made significant progress in identifying and apprehending a suspect. On the same day as the shoot ...Read More
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    Victim Details

    Paye Blawou

    Male

    Black / African American

    Des-moines

    IA

    2020-06-23

    31

    Paye

    Blawou

    01/03/2025

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