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Donnelle Davenport

Case from Columbus, OH dated Feb 04, 2018

Victim Details

Donnelle R. Davenport

Male

Black / African American

Columbus

OH

2018-02-04

43

Donnelle

Davenport

06/26/2026

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Donnelle R. Davenport, a 43-year-old African American male from Columbus, OH, tragically died on February 4, 2018. He was found shot multiple times inside his home by a friend who had broken a window to check on him. Davenport was pronounced dead at the scene.

The investigation into Davenport's death led to the arrest of Martin Lucky Wright, a 45-year-old man from New York City. Surveillance video from Davenport's home showed Wright entering the home and heading to the same area where Dav ...
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  • WSYX: Man killed in Southeast Columbus shooting
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    I'm really struck by the role of surveillance video in solving this case. It's chilling to think abo... ...Read More
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    I just can't stop thinking about the role Sharayea Brown played in this case. How on earth did she e... ...Read More
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    Has anyone here looked into the background of Martin Lucky Wright? I find it intriguing and sad that... ...Read More
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