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Brooklyn Rose Short

Death by Force
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Brooklyn Rose Short, a 14-year-old Caucasian female, was a freshman at Minnetonka High School with a promising future. She was an honor student and a member of the National Honor Society who applied her characteristic drive and determination to soccer and gymnastics. Remembered for her sweet nature and infectious love for life, she enjoyed theater and performing and aspired to make a positive impact on the world.

The lives of Brooklyn and her family were cut short in a tragic event on Sep ...Read More
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  • Star Tribune: Horrific details emerge in family murder-suicide in Lake Minnetonka home
  • Brooklyn Rose Short, age 14 - National Gun Violence Memorial
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    Victim Details

    Brooklyn Rose Short

    Female

    White / Caucasian

    Excelsior

    MN

    2015-09-10

    14

    Brooklyn

    Rose Short

    11/09/2025

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