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Johnny Lovett

Case from East-saint-louis, IL dated Nov 24, 2017

Victim Details

Johnny Lovett

Male

Black / African American

East-saint-louis

IL

2017-11-24

60

Johnny

Lovett

06/27/2026

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Johnny Lovett, a 60-year-old African American man from East St. Louis, Illinois, was tragically murdered on November 24, 2017. Lovett, who was born on August 11, 1957, in St. Louis, Missouri, was a well-respected member of his community and a long-time member of the Ironworkers Local #392. On the day of his death, Lovett was found in his truck, which had rolled into the woods and caught fire after striking a tree. The discovery was made by Centreville police following several 911 calls reporting ...
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  • bnd: Centreville teen charged with murder of man found shot in burning car
  • bnd: Police have 3 in custody in connection with Centreville man’s shooting death
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    Has anyone else been following the tragic case of Johnny Lovett? It's so hard not to feel a sense of... ...Read More
    10/07/2024
    Just reflecting on the community impact of losing Johnny Lovett. Many people around East St. Louis s... ...Read More
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    Has anyone else thought about how incredibly tragic it is that someone as well-loved and respected a... ...Read More
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