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Mark Johnson

Case from Newark, OH dated Aug 23, 2016

Victim Details

Mark Johnson

Male

White / Caucasian

Newark

OH

2016-08-23

45

Mark

Johnson

07/12/2026

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Mark Johnson, a 45-year-old male from Newark, OH, tragically passed away on August 23, 2016. The circumstances surrounding his death were investigated as a homicide.

Four individuals were eventually indicted in connection with Mark Johnson's death. Jason Castle, 46, of Hopewell; Travis Schwarz, 44, of Newark; Brandy Sunkle, 39, of Newark; and Sasha Martin, 36, of Newark were all arrested and charged with aggravated murder. The investigation revealed that the fatal shooting occurred in Li ...
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  • The Columbus Dispatch: Coroner identifies Licking County man who shot self
  • The Columbus Dispatch: Newark man found dead inside house identified
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