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Sylvia McGhee

Case from Canton, OH dated Mar 30, 2019

Victim Details

Sylvia McGhee

Female

Black / African American

Canton

OH

2019-03-30

14

Sylvia

McGhee

06/25/2026

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On March 30, 2019, Sylvia McGhee, a 14-year-old girl from Canton, Ohio, was tragically shot and killed near 11th Street SW and Bieyl Court SW. She was found with a gunshot wound to the back of her head and was pronounced dead at the scene. Sylvia was known to her family and friends as a "ray of sunshine," always able to light up a room. She aspired to be a hairstylist and was looking forward to getting her work permit.

The investigation into Sylvia's death led to the arrest of two teenage ...
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  • WEWS: Police say 2 teens are suspects in 14-year-old girl's shooting
  • WEWS: Family mourns the loss of Canton teen shot, killed
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    Seeing this case unfold has been incredibly tough. I can't help but think about the impact this must... ...Read More
    10/17/2024
    I can't stop thinking about how Sylvia dreamed of becoming a hairstylist. She was only 14, and had h... ...Read More
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    I've been following Sylvia McGhee's case since I first heard about it, and one aspec... ...Read More
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