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Dyewou Scruggs

Case from Philadelphia, PA dated Dec 24, 2020

Victim Details

Dyewou Scruggs

Male

Black / African American

Philadelphia

PA

2020-12-24

20

Dyewou

Scruggs

06/25/2026

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Dyewou Nyshawn Scruggs, a 20-year-old male from Philadelphia, PA, was tragically murdered on December 24, 2020. He was found lying in the street on Wynnewood Road with multiple gunshot wounds to his torso. Despite being rushed to Lankenau Hospital, he succumbed to his injuries that morning. Scruggs was a former player for Frankford High School's football team and was known for his comedic personality and ability to make people laugh.

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  • Philadelphia Obituary Project: Dyewou Scruggs, 20, Social Media Comedian Who Always Made His Presence Known - Philadelphia Obituary Project
  • Philadelphia Police Searching For Suspect Who Gunned Down Aspiring Comedian On Christmas Eve
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