Walter Benny Kornegay murdered or death by force in Youngstown, Ohio.

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Walter Benny Kornegay, a 36-year-old African American man from Youngstown, Ohio, tragically lost his life on June 26, 2022. He was found shot at Crandall Park, near a swingset, around 5 p.m. on that Sunday. The Mahoning County Coroner confirmed his identity. The circumstances surrounding his death are still under investigation, and the police have not yet released any information about suspects or arrests related to the case.

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Victim Details

name

Walter Benny Kornegay

gender

Male

race

Black / African American

city

Youngstown

state

Date of Death

2022-06-26

Age at Death

First Name

Walter

Last Name

Benny Kornegay

Last Updated

11/12/2025

Walter Benny Kornegay
Death by Force

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Walter Benny Kornegay
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