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Johnae McGowin

Case from Chicago, IL dated Feb 09, 2022

Victim Details

Johnae McGowin

Female

Black / African American

Chicago

IL

2022-02-09

22

Johnae

McGowin

07/22/2026

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Johnae McGowin, a 22-year-old African American woman, was found dead in her apartment in the Belmont Cragin neighborhood of Chicago on February 9, 2022. Her death was discovered by a concerned co-worker who went to check on her after she failed to show up for work. Johnae McGowin was found with a single gunshot wound to the head, indicating she had been murdered.

The investigation into Johnae McGowin's death led to the arrest of two suspects, Lonesha Strong, 18, and Marshawn Owens, 20. Bo ...
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  • https://www.facebook.com/page/234517613787680/search/?q=Johnae%20McGowin
  • Chicago Sun-Times: Couple blamed each other for murder of woman in Belmont Cragin apartment, prosecutors say
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    Has anyone looked into the background of the apartment building where Johnae McGowin lived? I’m cu... ...Read More
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    I'm struck by how social media played a role in this tragic case. It's chilling to think that a seri... ...Read More
    07/13/2023
    I just can't wrap my head around how this all unfolded. It’s so upsetting to think about Johnae’... ...Read More
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