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Bernard Pettway

Case from Columbus, OH dated Dec 12, 2019

Victim Details

Bernard Pettway

Male

Black / African American

Columbus

OH

2019-12-12

50

Bernard

Pettway

06/27/2026

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Bernard Ronzario Pettway, a 50-year-old African American male, tragically lost his life on December 12, 2019, in Columbus, Ohio. Pettway, affectionately known as "Bam," was well-known in his community and worked as a bouncer at various establishments throughout Columbus. He was deeply loved by his family and friends, and his passing left a significant void in their lives.

The circumstances surrounding Pettway's death were the result of a violent altercation. On the night of his death, Pet ...
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  • WTTE: One person in killed in South Linden shooting
  • Bernard Pettway, age 50 - National Gun Violence Memorial
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    Reading about Bernard "Bam" Pettway's tragic death has been truly upsetting, and my heart goes out t... ...Read More
    10/31/2024
    I can’t stop thinking about the role of friendship in this tragedy. Bam and Anthony were friends f... ...Read More
    06/04/2024
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