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Dillon Shanks

Case from Pensacola, FL dated Apr 20, 2020

Victim Details

Dillon Shanks

Male

White / Caucasian

Pensacola

FL

2020-04-20

32

Dillon

Shanks

07/18/2026

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Dillon Shanks, a 32-year-old resident of Pensacola, Florida, tragically lost his life on April 20, 2020. The circumstances surrounding his death were both shocking and heartbreaking. On that fateful day, Shanks was fatally shot in the back of the head during an altercation at the home of his friend, Stefan Gislason. The two had been drinking heavily throughout the day, which eventually led to a heated argument. As the argument escalated, Gislason asked Shanks to leave his house. However, the sit ...
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  • Pensacola News Journal: Pensacola man charged with first-degree murder, accused of killing house guest
  • Pensacola man Stefan Gislason sentenced to life for 2020 murder
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    Was anyone else struck by the impact of alcohol in this case? I mean, two friends hanging out and it... ...Read More
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