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William H Burton Jr

Case from Cleveland, OH dated Jan 30, 2015

Victim Details

William H Burton Jr

Male

Cleveland

OH

2015-01-30

30

William

H Burton Jr

07/13/2026

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William H Burton Jr, a 30-year-old male from Cleveland, OH, tragically passed away on January 30, 2015. Burton was shot and killed at Club Fly High on Cleveland's east side. Eyewitnesses identified Daverrick Lash as the shooter, who was later convicted of aggravated murder and sentenced to life in prison. Lash's first chance for parole will be after 31 years.

The incident occurred in a crowded bar, and Lash had a history of bad blood with Burton. During the trial, it was revealed that Las ...
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  • cleveland.com: Fugitive wanted on murder charge arrested at after-hours club in Cleveland (photos)
  • cleveland.com: Cleveland man charged in Club Fly High killing
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