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Joseph Bowling

Case from Benson, NC dated Nov 14, 2019

Victim Details

Joseph Bowling

Male

White / Caucasian

Benson

NC

2019-11-14

23

Joseph

Bowling

07/14/2026

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Joseph Shane Bowling, a 23-year-old white male, tragically lost his life on November 14, 2019, in Benson, North Carolina. Bowling was at the Scotchman gas station, located at 1230 N.C. Highway 210, where his mother worked the night shift. He often accompanied her during her shifts, and on that fateful night, he was there to ensure her safety. The incident occurred just a day after his 23rd birthday. During an armed robbery at the gas station, Bowling intervened to protect his mother. He stood in ...
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  • https://www.cbs17.com/news/local-news/johnston-county-news/suspect-who-killed-man-protecting-his-mom-during-johnston-county-armed-robbery-identified-sheriff-says/
  • WRAL.com: Suspect named in fatal shooting at Johnston Co. convenience store :: WRAL.com
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