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Brian Aldin Matthews. III

Death by Force
Case Description
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Brian Aldin Matthews III, known affectionately as Trey, tragically lost his life on January 11, 2020, at the age of 21. Trey was shot and killed in Nancy Park, located behind an elementary school in Ypsilanti Township, Michigan. The incident occurred around 8 p.m. on that fateful Saturday evening. According to reports, Trey was shot multiple times and, despite his injuries, managed to run before collapsing. Neighbors who heard the commotion came out to assist him, but unfortunately, he succumbed ...Read More
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  • mlive: ‘Don’t let Trey be a statistic,’ family mourns slain man in vigil
  • WDIV: 21-year-old killed at Ypsilanti park, search for killer continues
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    Victim Details

    Brian Aldin Matthews. III

    Male

    Black / African American

    Ypsilanti

    MI

    2020-01-11

    21

    Brian

    Aldin Matthews. III

    11/05/2025

    Forum Posts (2)
    Hey everyone, I’ve been following Trey’s case closely and was struck by the immense outpouring o... ...Read More
    03/07/2024
    Did anyone else catch the recent update about the witness statements in Trey’s case? I’m hearten... ...Read More
    04/11/2023
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