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Nyssa Irene Davis

Case from Philadelphia, PA dated Jan 20, 2021

Victim Details

Nyssa Irene Davis

Female

Black / African American

Philadelphia

PA

2021-01-20

9

Nyssa

Irene Davis

07/08/2026

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In a heartbreaking turn of events, nine-year-old Nyssa Irene Davis, a vibrant fourth-grader from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, lost her life on January 20, 2021. The young female was inside her North Philadelphia home when she was accidentally shot in the head. At the time of the incident, Nyssa was in the company of her 12-year-old brother and five-year-old cousin, with no adult supervision present. The tragic event unfolded when the five-year-old cousin reportedly found a firearm and unintention ...
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  • 6abc Philadelphia: 12-year-old boy facing charges in sister's accidental shooting death: Sources
  • Community Holds Vigil, Balloon Release For 9-Year-Old Nyssa Davis Who Was Shot In Head, Killed By 5-Year-Old In North Philly
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