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Dustan Purdy

Case from Lima, OH dated Apr 19, 2019

Victim Details

Dustan Purdy

Male

White / Caucasian

Lima

OH

2019-04-19

25

Dustan

Purdy

07/02/2026

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Dustan Purdy, a 25-year-old male from St. Marys, Ohio, tragically passed away on April 19, 2019, at Lima Memorial Health System. He was born on September 16, 1993, and was known for his love of writing poetry, riding his skateboard, and working with computers. Dustan is survived by his parents, siblings, and three sons.

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