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Gary Cosey
Status: HOMICIDE
City: Zanesville
State: Ohio
Date of birth: October 26, 1977
Date of death: November 20, 1999
Age: 22
Gender: Male
Race: African American/Black
Cause of death: Gun Firearm
Anniversary month: November
LEA: Zanesville Police Department
Case Description
Gary Cosey, 22, was shot and killed as he was trying to drive away from the Canteen, a bar commonly called the "U-Bar'', in Zanesville, OH on November 20, 1999. Gary had gone to Zanesville, where several of his former high school team mates were playing in a flag football tournament. Since 1999, Gary's family continues seeking justice for this senseless crime, while advocating for him.
Anyone with information concerning Gary Cosey's murder is asked to call the Zanesville Police Department at (740) 455-0700. To remain anonymous and possibly be eligible for a reward, call Central Ohio Crime Stoppers at (614) 461-8477
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