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Darrah Ashar Host

Case from Minneapolis, MN dated Jul 03, 2018

Victim Details

Darrah Ashar Host

Male

Black / African American

Minneapolis

MN

2018-07-03

18

Darrah

Ashar Host

07/14/2026

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Darrah Ashar Host, an 18-year-old from St. Louis Park, was tragically shot and killed on July 3, 2018, near the University of Minnesota in Minneapolis. Host had attended a concert and was shot outside the venue in the Seven Corners neighborhood. The Hennepin County Medical Examiner's Office confirmed that Host died from multiple gunshot wounds.

Host was known for his jovial personality and his ability to lighten the mood with his humor. He was planning to meet his girlfriend after the con ...
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  • Star Tribune: Man shot dead near University of Minnesota remembered as funny, caring
  • Star Tribune: Man shot dead near U; 2nd violent death close to campus this week
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