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George Brown

Death by Force
Case Description
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On a cold winter day in Des Moines, Washington, on January 7, 2016, a 29-year-old Black male named George Brown was fatally shot, his life abruptly ended by an act of gun violence. The incident left his community in shock and his family seeking answers. In the initial aftermath, details surrounding the shooting were scarce, prompting an intensive investigation by local law enforcement.

For months, the case remained a primary focus for detectives who worked diligently to piece together the ...Read More
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    Victim Details

    George Brown

    Male

    Black / African American

    Des Moines

    WA

    2016-01-07

    29

    George

    Brown

    11/09/2025

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