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Ronald Rico Knightner

Case from Cleveland, OH dated May 15, 2021

Victim Details

Ronald Rico Knightner

Male

Black / African American

Cleveland

OH

2021-05-15

35

Ronald

Rico Knightner

06/23/2026

Case Description

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Ronald Rico Knightner, a 35-year-old African American man from Cleveland, OH, tragically passed away on May 15, 2021. His death was widely mourned, and his obituary was published by Gaines Funeral Home in Maple Heights, OH. The community remembered him fondly, sharing memories and condolences online.

The circumstances surrounding Ronald's death were investigated as a murder case. A 34-year-old man was arrested in connection with Ronald's death at a private alternative men's club in Clevel ...
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