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Paul Joey Lesh

Case from Banning, CA dated Sep 26, 2015

Victim Details

Paul R. Joey Lesh

Male

Banning

CA

2015-09-26

66

Paul

Joey Lesh

07/01/2026

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Paul R. Joey Lesh, aged 66, tragically lost his life on September 26, 2015, in Banning, California. His death was part of a violent crime spree that shocked the local community. On that fateful day, Lesh was one of two victims who were fatally shot in separate incidents. The other victim was 34-year-old Benjamin Johnson. The suspect, identified as James Paul Diaz, allegedly carried out these attacks in a series of violent acts that spanned several locations within a short period.

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  • The Desert Sun: Banning shooting suspect, victims identified
  • https://www.gunviolencearchive.org/incident/420592
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    I can't stop thinking about the white SUV involved in these tragic events. It's chilling to know tha... ...Read More
    05/18/2024
    I can't stop thinking about the AM/PM gas station incident during the crime spree. It's terrifying t... ...Read More
    07/14/2023
    Wow, the loss of Paul Lesh in that violent spree in Banning truly sends shivers down my spine. I fee... ...Read More
    01/26/2023
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