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Gregory Ballenger III

Death by Force
Case Description
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Gregory Atory Ballenger III, a 21-year-old African American male from Knoxville, TN, tragically passed away on January 1, 2019. He was known for his energetic and loving personality, always striving to keep everyone's spirits high. His death was a significant loss to his family and friends, who remembered him as a funny, good-hearted individual who loved life and making people laugh.

The circumstances surrounding Gregory's death involved a shooting incident that occurred early in the morn ...Read More
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  • wbir.com: KPD identifies shooting victim who died after being taken to recently closed Tennova hospital
  • WATE: Victim identified in fatal New Year's Day shooting in Knoxville
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    Victim Details

    Gregory Ballenger III

    Male

    Black / African American

    Knoxville

    TN

    2019-01-01

    21

    Gregory

    Ballenger III

    11/23/2025

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