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Gavin McLain

Case from Harlan, KY dated Jan 02, 2021

Victim Details

Gavin McLain

Male

White / Caucasian

Harlan

KY

2021-01-02

18

Gavin

McLain

07/14/2026

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In the community of Harlan, Kentucky, the life of 18-year-old Gavin Gregory McLain was cut tragically short on the evening of January 2, 2021. A resident of Eastbrook, Gavin was known for his love of sports, particularly basketball and football. More than anything, he cherished the time spent with his five-month-old daughter, Korbyn. His life, however, came to a violent end in the parking lot of the Eastbrook Apartments, near his home.

That evening, a physical altercation broke out, drawi ...
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  • The Big One 106.3: Kentucky State Police investigating murder in Harlan County, 18 year old killed
  • https://www.wymt.com: UPDATE: One dead after shooting in Harlan County
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