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Dakota Johnston

Death by Force
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Dakota Richard Johnston, a 26-year-old man from Donora, Pennsylvania, tragically passed away on May 28, 2021. He was born on November 29, 1994, to parents Wilbur Lee Larkin and the late Tracey Johnston. Dakota was known for his loving and caring nature, and he was especially adored by his son, Theo. He graduated from Ringgold Senior High School in 2013 and was always willing to lend a helping hand to those in need.

On the night of his death, Dakota was shot at his home on 3rd Street in Do ...Read More
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  • WPXI: Man dies after being shot in Donora
  • TribLIVE.com: Coroner: 1 dead after shooting in Donora Friday night
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    Victim Details

    Dakota Johnston

    Male

    Black / African American

    Donora

    PA

    2021-05-28

    26

    Dakota

    Johnston

    11/17/2025

    Forum Posts (3)
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    08/04/2024
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    05/14/2024
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    08/22/2023
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