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James Appels

Case from Dayton, OH dated Oct 29, 2016

Victim Details

James Appels

Male

Black / African American

Dayton

OH

2016-10-29

34

James

Appels

07/19/2026

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James Appels, a 34-year-old man from Dayton, Ohio, tragically passed away on October 29, 2016. He was born on August 8, 1982, and left behind a large family, including his mother Sandra Mitchell, step-father Anthony Mitchell, father James Appels Sr., four sons, two daughters, two brothers, nine sisters, and a host of other relatives and friends.

James Appels' death was the result of a shooting incident that occurred in the area of Cornell Ridge Apartments in Dayton. The incident also left ...
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  • WDTN: Suspect arrested in connection with deadly shooting in Dayton
  • James N. Appels Jr. (1982-2016) - Find a Grave Memorial
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