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Nathan Adriel Ward

Case from Muskegon, MI dated Dec 21, 2017

Victim Details

Nathan Adriel Ward

Male

White / Caucasian

Muskegon

MI

2017-12-21

42

Nathan

Adriel Ward

07/04/2026

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In the quiet evening of December 21, 2017, a tragedy unfolded in Muskegon Heights, Michigan, that would cut short the life of 42-year-old Nathan Adriel Ward. A White / Caucasian male, Nathan was fatally shot in the 3300 block of Jefferson Street at approximately 9 p.m. After being shot inside a residence, he managed to flee across the street where he ultimately collapsed and succumbed to his injuries.

The investigation into Nathan's death quickly led to a person of interest. The day after ...
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  • MLive.com: Two suspects in Muskegon Heights fatal shooting sought by police
  • MLive.com: Two reportedly shot in Muskegon Heights, at least one dead
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