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Shahir Minatee

Death by Force
Case Description
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In the early morning hours of November 8, 2020, tragedy struck in Newark, New Jersey, forever altering the lives of those who knew Shahir Minatee. A Black male, just 17 years old, Minatee became another young life lost to gun violence. The incident unfolded around 4 a.m. on Elizabeth Avenue in the city's South Ward. Responding to reports of gunfire, police arrived at the scene to find the teenager suffering from gunshot wounds to his head. Despite immediate medical attention, his injuries proved ...Read More
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  • rlsmedia.com: UPDATE: 17-Year-Old Shot Dead on Elizabeth Avenue in Newark
  • rlsmedia.com: Early Morning Shooting Kills One in Newark's South Ward
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    Victim Details

    Shahir Minatee

    Male

    Black / African American

    Newark

    NJ

    2020-11-08

    17

    Shahir

    Minatee

    11/20/2025

    Forum Posts (2)
    Hey everyone, I’ve been following Shahir Minatee's case closely and one aspect that’s really stu... ...Read More
    09/26/2024
    Did anyone see the vigil held for Shahir Minatee this past weekend? I wasn't able to attend, but I h... ...Read More
    12/09/2023
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