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Nicholas Folkerth Lakes

Case from Richmond, IN dated Nov 12, 2022

Victim Details

Nicholas Folkerth Lakes

Male

White / Caucasian

Richmond

IN

2022-11-12

33

Nicholas

Folkerth Lakes

07/17/2026

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In the small city of Richmond, Indiana, a violent encounter tragically cut short the life of 33-year-old Nicholas Folkerth Lakes on November 12, 2022. He was discovered inside a residence on North I Street, suffering from multiple gunshot wounds. Despite the immediate response of emergency services, Lakes was pronounced dead at the scene. Remembered as a loving father, son, and brother, his unexpected death sent shockwaves through his community.

The investigation into the shooting quickly ...
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  • The Des Moines Register: Drug Task Force arrests Nicholas Lakes again, seizes 100 grams of drugs, $7,800
  • wthr.com: Man killed in Richmond shooting overnight
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