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John Dillard

Case from Cleveland, OH dated May 15, 2016

Victim Details

John Dillard

Male

Black / African American

Cleveland

OH

2016-05-15

24

John

Dillard

06/21/2026

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John Dillard, a 24-year-old male from Cleveland, Ohio, had his life cut tragically short on May 15, 2016. His death left a profound impact on his family, friends, and community, as he was known for his kind heart, infectious laughter, and the deep love he held for those around him. Born on May 27, 1991, John was just weeks away from celebrating another year of life—a milestone that was stolen from him in an act of senseless violence.

The loss of John Dillard, a young man with so much p ...
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  • cleveland.com: Man killed in Cleveland shooting that damaged Juvenile Justice Center is identified
  • cleveland.com: Detectives investigating fatal shooting on Cleveland's East Side
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