Corporal Mohamed Said, age 23

Lost to gun violence on July 21, 2024 in Melvindale, Michigan.

Corporal Said had served with the Melvindale Police Department for 14 months. Thank you for your service & RIP.

Photo sources:

• Police Officer Mohamed Said
• Contributed photo
• Facebook

News sources:

• Jul 25: WDIV: Oakland County man charged with killing on-duty Melvindale police officer
• Jul 22: The Detroit News: Suspect wanted in fatal shooting of Melvindale cop arrested
• Facebook
• Police Officer Mohamed Said
• Jul 21: Detroit Free Press: Melvindale police officer Mohamed Said shot and killed; manhunt underway for suspect
• Facebook
• Gun Violence Archive

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