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Makiel Swift

Case from Saginaw, MI dated Sep 25, 2015

Victim Details

Makiel Swift

Male

Black / African American

Saginaw

MI

2015-09-25

40

Makiel

Swift

07/04/2026

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On September 25, 2015, a violent incident occurred in Saginaw, Michigan, resulting in the untimely death of Makiel Swift, a 40-year-old Black male who had deep ties to the community. Known affectionately as "Mikey" by friends and family, Swift was a Saginaw native who had spent a significant portion of his life in Oakland, California, before returning to his hometown. He was a multifaceted individual who worked as a cook at the Magic Kitchen and also utilized his skills as a barber in his spare ...
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  • MLive.com: Saginaw shooting victim dies; 1 in custody
  • 22-year-old to serve 18 years in prison for killing man over $100 debt
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    I was thinking about the community impact of Makiel's passing, and it really makes you pause and ref... ...Read More
    09/26/2023
    It’s incredibly sad when a vibrant life like Makiel Swift’s is cut short, especially under such ... ...Read More
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    I've been reading through some of the details surrounding Makiel Swift's tragic death, and I can't s... ...Read More
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