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John Anthony Ledford

Death by Force
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John Anthony Ledford, a 31-year-old man from Raleigh, NC, tragically passed away on October 30, 2020. Ledford, who was born on July 20, 1989, in Easley, SC, had a notable background. He graduated from North Buncombe High School and subsequently joined the United States Marine Corps, where he served his country proudly for four years and was deployed twice overseas. After his military service, Ledford worked as a construction foreman for Brasfield and Gorrie. He was known for his love of spending ...Read More
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    Victim Details

    John Anthony Ledford

    Male

    White / Caucasian

    Raleigh

    NC

    2020-10-30

    31

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    Anthony Ledford

    11/10/2025

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