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John Dixon

Case from Dayton, OH dated Nov 29, 2016

Victim Details

John Dixon

Male

Black / African American

Dayton

OH

2016-11-29

40

John

Dixon

07/15/2026

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John Dixon, a 40-year-old man from Dayton, OH, tragically lost his life on November 29, 2016. He was fatally shot in his home on Victor Avenue during a violent incident that also claimed the life of 56-year-old Donald Nesbit. The incident occurred early in the morning, and Dixon was pronounced dead at the scene.

The investigation into Dixon's death led to the arrest of Davion L. Lyons, who was indicted on multiple charges, including aggravated murder, aggravated robbery, and felonious as ...
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  • WDTN: Second death, second arrest in triple shooting
  • WDTN: Dayton Police investigating triple shooting, one dead
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