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James Burton III

Case from Marion, OH dated Nov 16, 2015

Victim Details

James Burton III

Male

Black / African American

Marion

OH

2015-11-16

26

James

Burton III

07/05/2026

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James Burton III, a 26-year-old male, tragically lost his life on November 16, 2015, in Marion, Ohio. Burton, who was described as a "peacemaker" by his mother, Deborah Gadsden, had driven from Cleveland to Marion to help friends who needed a ride. His death occurred following a fight at Dino's Bar and Grill, also known as the Time-Out Lounge.

The altercation began when Burton, who had only been in the bar for a few minutes, exchanged words with Ronnie Farley Jr., 30, leading to a physica ...
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  • NBC4i.com: 1 dead after fight breaks out in Marion bar, suspect arrested in Detroit
  • Farley gets 24 years in gun death - The Marion Star
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