Deaths by Force on October 7

Deaths by Force (497)

Death by Force35th anniversary

Otto Becker

Male, age 42 · Greensboro, Indiana

Killed Oct 7, 1991 · 35 years ago

In the late summer of 1991, the body of a 41-year-old Caucasian male named Otto Gary Becker was discovered, leaving behind a mystery that would linger for decades. On August 7, 1991, a passerby found Becker's body in a ditch alongside a gravel road in a…

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Death by Force40th anniversary

Chang Kang

Male, age 23 · Los-angeles, California

Killed Oct 7, 1986 · 40 years ago

Chang Kang, a 23-year-old Korean resident of Texas, was tragically killed on October 7, 1986, while visiting Los Angeles. His death was part of a series of murders committed by Michael Player, infamously known as the "Skid Row Slayer." Player targeted…

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Death by Force50th anniversary

Rachael Shumato

Female · Cincinnati, Ohio

Killed Oct 7, 1976 · 50 years ago

On October 7, 1976, 75-year-old Rachael Shumato was brutally beaten to death at her residence on Clay Street in Cincinnati, Ohio. The incident occurred in the heart of Cincinnati, and local law enforcement agencies, including the Cincinnati Police Department…

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Death by Force5th anniversary

Juan Carlos Juarez

Male, age 27 · Rialto, California

Killed Oct 7, 2021 · 5 years ago

Juan Carlos Juarez, a 27-year-old resident of Rialto, California, tragically lost his life on October 7, 2021. The incident occurred late at night when police responded to a call reporting gunfire in the 100 block of West Cascade Drive. Upon arrival, officers…

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Charles Evans

Male, age 42 · Champaign, Illinois

Killed Oct 7, 2021 · 5 years ago

Charles Evans, a 42-year-old African American male, tragically lost his life on October 7, 2021, in Champaign, Illinois. On that fateful day, police responded to a report of shots fired and found Evans in an alley with multiple gunshot wounds to his torso and…

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Karlos Evan Andrews

Male, age 39 · Durham, North Carolina

Killed Oct 7, 2021 · 5 years ago

Karlos Evan Andrews, a 37-year-old African American male, was found dead inside a car in the parking lot of Eastway Elementary School in Durham, North Carolina, on October 7, 2021. His death was ruled a suicide by a self-inflicted gunshot wound. Andrews was a…

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Death by Force10th anniversary

Russell McNeil

Male, age 35 · Los-angeles, California

Killed Oct 7, 2016 · 10 years ago

Russell Lavell McNeil Jr., a 35-year-old man from Los Angeles, was tragically shot and killed on October 7, 2016. The incident occurred in the 1000 block of West 122nd Street in the South Los Angeles neighborhood of Athens. According to reports, McNeil was…

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Death by Force15th anniversary

Tekabech Taye

Female, age 29 · Chillum, Maryland

Killed Oct 7, 2011 · 15 years ago

On a Friday in early October of 2011, the life of 29-year-old Tekabech Taye was tragically cut short in a Chillum, Maryland apartment. Her death, which occurred on October 7th, was the result of a violent encounter that ended in a murder-suicide. The grim…

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Death by Force20th anniversary

Michael Shockley

Male, age 23 · Chester, Pennsylvania

Killed Oct 7, 2006 · 20 years ago

Michael T. Shockley, a young man from Chester, Pennsylvania, was taken from this world far too soon at just 23 years old. Born on July 25, 1983, Michael was a son, a friend, and a cherished member of his community. His life, filled with promise and potential…

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Death by Force35th anniversary

Ronald Levert Richardson

Male, age 36 · Washington, District of Columbia

Killed Oct 7, 1991 · 35 years ago

On the morning of October 7, 1991, Ronald Levert Richardson, a 36-year-old male correctional officer, was getting into his car in front of his home in the 5700 block of Blaine Street NE in Washington, D.C., when he was ambushed and fatally shot. The…

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Death by Force125th anniversary

Frank Adams

Male, age 42 · Key-west, Florida

Killed Oct 7, 1901 · 125 years ago

Frank E. Adams, a 42-year-old deputy sheriff from Key West, Florida, was tragically killed on October 7, 1901. Adams, who was white, was performing his duties when he encountered a disturbance involving two men. The incident began when Deputy Adams observed a…

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Derek Parson

Male, age 19 · Sumter, South Carolina

Killed Oct 7, 2026 · this year

Derek Randell Parson, Jr., known affectionately to his loved ones as “Lil Derek,” was a 19-year-old man from Pinewood, South Carolina, with his future ahead of him. Born on April 10, 2007, in Manning, he was a student in the Sumter County public school system…

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Aaliyah Latona Wilson

Female, age 22 · Wichita, Kansas

Killed Oct 7, 2026 · this year

Aaliyah Latona Wilson, a 22-year-old woman remembered for her vibrant personality, was a beloved daughter, sister, and friend. Born on May 24, 2004, Aaliyah had a knack for making those around her feel comfortable in their own skin. Friends recalled how she…

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Abdallahi Baba

Male, age 25 · Baton Rouge, Louisiana

Killed Oct 7, 2026 · this year

Abdallahi Baba, a 25-year-old man known for his quiet and unassuming nature, was working to build a life for himself when he was killed. Those who knew him described him as someone who "didn't bother anybody." His death left his loved ones navigating an…

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Andria Hanafin

Female, age 49 · Reading, Massachusetts

Killed Oct 7, 2026 · this year

Andria Hanafin was a devoted mother of three and a passionate animal welfare advocate who dedicated much of her life to rescuing and fostering cats. The 49-year-old female worked as a veterinary technician and was remembered by friends as a "really good human…

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Aria Dingwall

Female, age 5 · Cocoa, Florida

Killed Oct 7, 2026 · this year

Aria Dingwall was a bright, courageous, and compassionate five-year-old girl who loved her squishy dumpling toys, all animals, and everything pink. She and her seven-year-old brother, Remy, were best friends and each other's world. Their mother, Olivia…

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Courtney Marie Mullis

Female, age 26 · Charlotte, North Carolina

Killed Oct 7, 2026 · this year

Courtney Marie Mullis was a beautiful, free-spirited soul who marched to the beat of her own drum. The 26-year-old Charlotte, North Carolina native was known for her unique sense of style, infectious personality, and an unforgettable sense of humor that left…

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Jihad Pack

Male, age 15 · New York, New York

Killed Oct 7, 2026 · this year

Jihad Pack, a 15-year-old boy described as a wonderful young man and a good big brother to his younger sisters, was a familiar and welcome presence at the Cornerstone Community Center in his Harlem neighborhood. He particularly enjoyed spending time in the…

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Joseph Lemelle Jr.

Male, age 61 · Katy, Texas

Killed Oct 7, 2026 · this year

Joseph Andrew Lemelle Jr., a 61-year-old man with deep roots in Louisiana, was a father of four who was building a life in Texas. He was cherished by his children, daughters Sparkle Godfrey, Sydni Lemelle, and Deja Malveaux, and son Diante Malveaux, who lived…

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Kevon Drumgold

Male, age 16 · Norfolk, Virginia

Killed Oct 7, 2026 · this year

Kevon Drumgold was a goofy, caring, and fearless 16-year-old who was fiercely protective of his loved ones. A resident of Norfolk, Virginia, Kevon was the father of two infant daughters whom he adored. His mother, Brittany Drumgold, said he wanted to change…

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Landon Gregory Schenk

Male, age 14 · Knoxville, Tennessee

Killed Oct 7, 2026 · this year

Landon Gregory Schenk was a 14-year-old boy from Seymour, Tennessee, remembered by his family for his contagious laugh and a heart of gold. His obituary described him as a free spirit, full of energy and adventure, whose presence brought smiles and joy to…

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Marvion Lashaun Johnson

Male, age 23 · Napier Field, Alabama

Killed Oct 7, 2026 · this year

A life was cut tragically short on a Wednesday morning in the small Alabama town of Napier Field. Marvion Lashaun Johnson, a 23-year-old man from the nearby city of Eufaula, was killed by gunfire on October 7, 2026. His death left a family to grieve and a…

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Randy K. Abro

Male, age 41 · Sterling Heights, Michigan

Killed Oct 7, 2026 · this year

Randy Kamal Abro, a 41-year-old Chaldean man from Utica, Michigan, was a devoted father to two young sons, ages three and nine. Known and loved by his family and friends, his sudden death left his community navigating a devastating loss. His wife, Merna Pato…

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Remy Dingwall

Male, age 7 · Cocoa, Florida

Killed Oct 7, 2026 · this year

Seven-year-old Remy Dingwall was a strong, kind, and intelligent young boy known for his big heart. He was a student in the gifted program at his school and had a passion for video games and music. Those who knew him said he excelled at anything he put his…

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Samuel Esteban Navarrete Yanquen

Male, age 16 · Fort Worth, Texas

Killed Oct 7, 2026 · this year

Samuel Esteban Navarrete Yanquen, a 16-year-old Hispanic male known for his constant smile and hardworking nature, was born in Bogota, Colombia, on November 12, 2009. Those who knew him recall a cheerful and entrepreneurial teenager who was always hustling…

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Spanish Alexander

Male, age 40 · Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Killed Oct 7, 2026 · this year

An argument on a North Philadelphia street in the early autumn of 2026 ended in the shooting death of Spanish Alexander, a 40-year-old man remembered by those who knew him as goofy, overzealous, confident, and intelligent. Mr. Alexander, who went by the…

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Takieis Taylon Williams

Male, age 16 · Minneapolis, Minnesota

Killed Oct 7, 2026 · this year

Takieis Taylon Williams, a 16-year-old known for his outgoing and playful nature, was killed by gunfire on the evening of Wednesday, October 7, 2026, in Minneapolis, Minnesota. To his friends and family, he was affectionately known as "T Dot." Loved ones…

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Terrance Leon Scott

Male, age 37 · Toledo, Ohio

Killed Oct 7, 2026 · this year

Terrance Leon Scott, a beloved father, son, and brother known to friends and family as “Tee,” was remembered for his humor, determination, and an unforgettable personality that left a lasting impression on everyone he met. The 37-year-old was well-known…

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Trinetta Monique St. Julian

Female, age 42 · Lake Charles, Louisiana

Killed Oct 7, 2026 · this year

Trinetta Monique St. Julian, a 42-year-old woman, was attempting to start a new chapter in her life while separating from her husband. In the final weeks of her life, she found herself living in fear, taking repeated steps to seek protection from law…

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Vernon Capedro Browder

Male, age 34 · Hopewell, Virginia

Killed Oct 7, 2026 · this year

Vernon Capedro Browder, a 34-year-old man from Hopewell, Virginia, is remembered by those who knew him for his kind heart and the love he had for his family. Known affectionately as "Vern" or "V," he was a devoted father to his children and a cherished son…

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Brenda Nogle

Female, age 60 · Palm Beach Gardens, Florida

Killed Oct 7, 2025 · 1 year ago

Brenda L. Nogle, a 60-year-old woman from Palm Beach Gardens, was found dead on October 7, 2025, inside a townhome on the 1700 block of 17th Lane in the Garden Lakes community after officers conducted a welfare check. When police entered the residence around…

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Cecilia Simpson

Female, age 41 · Dallas, Texas

Killed Oct 7, 2025 · 1 year ago

Cecilia Simpson, 41, a Black woman, was killed on October 7, 2025, after a confrontation that began with an exchange over basic manners at a shopping center in Dallas. Shortly after 1 p.m., Simpson held a door for another customer at a Five Below on West…

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Cindy Moody

Female, age 67 · Bath, New Hampshire

Killed Oct 7, 2025 · 1 year ago

In the small town of Bath, New Hampshire, a quiet afternoon was shattered by the sound of gunfire on Tuesday, October 7, 2025. Responding to a 911 call reporting shots fired at a home on Tyler Way around 1:15 p.m., Bath Police officers arrived to a grim…

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DaMarco Fletcher

Male, age 21 · Minneapolis, Minnesota

Killed Oct 7, 2025 · 1 year ago

In the late hours of October 7, 2025, the vibrant atmosphere inside Bar Zia in downtown Minneapolis was shattered by gunfire, leaving 21-year-old DaMarco Fletcher Jr. dead and three other people wounded. Fletcher, a Black male from Minneapolis, was pronounced…

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David Loyd Smothers

Male, age 40 · Attalla, Alabama

Killed Oct 7, 2025 · 1 year ago

In the quiet town of Attalla, Alabama, a deadly encounter unfolded on the morning of October 7, 2025, forever altering the lives of a local family. David Loyd Smothers, a 40-year-old male, was fatally shot while inside his vehicle near the intersection of…

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Emma Sims

Female, age 32 · Durango, Colorado

Killed Oct 7, 2025 · 1 year ago

In an act of selfless friendship, 32-year-old Emma Louise Sims traveled from her home in Taos, New Mexico, to Durango, Colorado, in October 2025 to support her best friend, Shelby Campbell, who was going through a difficult separation. This compassionate…

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Eugene Hebert

Male, age 27 · Los Angeles, California

Killed Oct 7, 2025 · 1 year ago

Eugene Hebert, a 27-year-old male identified by the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner as White/Caucasian, was found at a shoreline location in Los Angeles on October 7, 2025. Officials recorded his death on a Tuesday, and the coroner’s public case listing…

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Fareed Adeyi

Male, age 26 · Bronx, New York

Killed Oct 7, 2025 · 1 year ago

On an autumn evening in the Bronx, a life was tragically cut short in what appears to be a devastating case of mistaken identity. Fareed Adeyi, a 26-year-old male, was fatally shot on Tuesday, October 7, 2025. The incident occurred just before 7 p.m. at 3254…

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KenYatta Henry

Male, age 26 · Steelton, Pennsylvania

Killed Oct 7, 2025 · 1 year ago

In the afternoon of October 7, 2025, a burst of violence shattered the quiet of a Steelton, Pennsylvania neighborhood, leaving one man dead and his brother wounded. KenYatta Henry, a 26-year-old male, was fatally shot on the steps of the Phoenix Mini-Market…

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Kristal Moody

Female, age 39 · Bath, New Hampshire

Killed Oct 7, 2025 · 1 year ago

A simmering family dispute in the small town of Bath, New Hampshire, tragically culminated in the deaths of 39-year-old Kristal Moody, a Caucasian female, and her mother. On the afternoon of October 7, 2025, police responded to a 911 call reporting shots…

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Marjorie Gaines

Female, age 53 · Poulsbo, Washington

Killed Oct 7, 2025 · 1 year ago

In a quiet home near Poulsbo, the life of 53-year-old Marjorie Gaines came to a tragic end on October 7, 2025. Concern arose, leading to the discovery of two individuals inside the residence. Authorities would later identify them as Marjorie Gaines and…

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Martaevion Loston

Male, age 17 · Shreveport, Louisiana

Killed Oct 7, 2025 · 1 year ago

In the evening hours of October 7, 2025, a community gathering at A.B. Palmer Park in Shreveport, Louisiana, took a tragic turn, ending in the death of 17-year-old Martaevion Loston. The event, ironically a National Night Out aimed at fostering community…

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Matthew Morgan

Male, age 38 · Calhoun City, Mississippi

Killed Oct 7, 2025 · 1 year ago

In the quiet town of Calhoun City, Mississippi, a sense of unease settled over the community following the violent death of 38-year-old Matthew Morgan. On the evening of Tuesday, October 7, 2025, police officers were dispatched to a residence on East Wells…

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Maurice Bradley

Male, age 19 · Atlanta, Georgia

Killed Oct 7, 2025 · 1 year ago

In Atlanta, a 19-year-old male named Maurice Bradley was fatally shot in what authorities believe was a gang-related incident. The shooting occurred on a Tuesday afternoon, October 7, 2025, at the Villages of Cascade apartment complex in the southwestern part…

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Melissa Millspaugh

Female, age 29 · Cleveland, Ohio

Killed Oct 7, 2025 · 1 year ago

Melissa Ann Millspaugh, a 39-year-old woman from Cleveland, was found dead on Tuesday, October 7, 2025, behind a dumpster off Buckeye Road near East 128th Street in the Buckeye-Shaker neighborhood. Officers had been dispatched around 1:45 p.m. after reports…

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Mercedes Harris

Male, age 30 · Grenada, Mississippi

Killed Oct 7, 2025 · 1 year ago

In the early morning hours of October 7, 2025, the life of 30-year-old Mercedes Harris was tragically cut short in Grenada, Mississippi. Officers from the Grenada Police Department were dispatched to West Pecan Street following reports of a shooting. Upon…

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Neffeteria Nikki Henderson

Female, age 47 · Lincoln, Alabama

Killed Oct 7, 2025 · 1 year ago

In the quiet town of Lincoln, Alabama, the life of 47-year-old Neffeteria Nikki Henderson was tragically cut short on October 7, 2025. A Black female, Henderson was discovered deceased in her residence on Thomaston Road, the victim of a fatal shooting. The…

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Shelby Campbell

Female, age 32 · Durango, Colorado

Killed Oct 7, 2025 · 1 year ago

In the quiet community of Durango, Colorado, the life of a vibrant 32-year-old woman, Shelby Campbell, was tragically cut short in early October 2025. Remembered for her beaming smile and a boisterous laugh that could fill a room with joy, Shelby was known…

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