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Michael Jerome Phillips

Death by Force
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Michael Jerome Phillips, aged 57, tragically lost his life on March 13, 2021, in Inkster, Michigan. The incident occurred during a heated argument between Michael and his brother, Roderick Phillips, at a residence on Ross Street. According to reports, the altercation escalated, resulting in Roderick fatally shooting Michael in the chest. When police arrived at the scene just before midnight, they found Michael lying on the floor with a gunshot wound. Despite efforts to save him, Michael succumbe ...Read More
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    Victim Details

    Michael Jerome Phillips

    Male

    Black / African American

    Inkster

    MI

    2021-03-13

    57

    Michael

    Jerome Phillips

    11/10/2025

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