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Joshua Lewis McSwain

Death by Force
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Joshua Lewis McSwain, a 27-year-old male from Shelby, North Carolina, tragically passed away on June 23, 2019. Born on August 30, 1991, in Cleveland County, Joshua was the son of Lynn Robbins and the late Billy Lewis Watson. He was a devoted father to his children, Tanner Jordan McSwain and Alyvia Grace McSwain, and was known for his love of family and friends. Joshua enjoyed playing football and coaching his son, always striving to provide a better life for his children.

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    Victim Details

    Joshua Lewis McSwain

    Male

    Shelby

    NC

    2019-06-23

    27

    Joshua

    Lewis McSwain

    11/09/2025

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