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Braiden Anthony Ray Johnson

Case from Columbus, OH dated Mar 15, 2025

Victim Details

Braiden Anthony Ray Johnson

Male

Columbus

OH

2025-03-15

14

Braiden

Anthony Ray Johnson

06/29/2026

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On March 15, 2025, 14-year-old Braiden Anthony Ray Johnson, a white male from Columbus, Ohio, was fatally shot in his home on Dana Avenue in the Franklinton neighborhood. The incident occurred around 1:22 a.m., prompting a 911 call. Upon arrival, Columbus police detained several individuals at the scene. Family members had already transported Braiden to Mount Carmel Franklinton Hospital, where he was pronounced dead at 1:35 a.m.

Braiden, affectionately known as "Ray-Ray," was remembered b ...
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  • WSYX: Family seeks peace after deadly Columbus shooting claims 14-year-old's life
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    I've been following Braiden's case with a heavy heart, and my thoughts are constantly with his famil... ...Read More
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