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Joann Hawkins

Case from Cincinnati, OH dated Apr 25, 2016

Victim Details

Joann Hawkins

Female

White / Caucasian

Cincinnati

OH

2016-04-25

59

Joann

Hawkins

08/05/2026

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JoAnn Hawkins, a 59-year-old woman from Cincinnati, OH, tragically passed away on April 25, 2016. She was a beloved mother, grandmother, and sister, leaving behind a large family and many friends. JoAnn was remembered fondly by her loved ones, and her obituary highlighted her role as a cherished family member.

The circumstances surrounding JoAnn's death were particularly distressing. Her husband, Jeffrey Hawkins, an ex-cop and former private security consultant, called 911 and confessed t ...
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  • WLWT: Colerain Twp. man tells police he 'shot and killed' his wife
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    I've been following the JoAnn Hawkins case, and something that really stands out to me is the 911 ca... ...Read More
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