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Jonathan Meadows

Case from Warren, OH dated Jul 28, 2016

Victim Details

Jonathan Meadows

Male

Black / African American

Warren

OH

2016-07-28

41

Jonathan

Meadows

08/10/2026

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Jonathan Meadows, a 41-year-old man from Warren, OH, tragically died on July 28, 2016, from a single gunshot wound to the head. His death was ruled a homicide, and his daughter, 14-year-old Bresha Meadows, was arrested and charged with aggravated murder in connection with his death.

Bresha Meadows claimed that she shot her father in self-defense, citing years of abuse and fear for her and her family's safety. According to reports, Jonathan Meadows had a history of domestic violence, and B ...
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  • WKBN.com: Aunt of accused teen killer: Father was abusive
  • WKBN.com: Police: Warren teen shot, killed father
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