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John ODell

Case from Warwick, RI dated Jun 17, 1978

Victim Details

John ODell

Male

White / Caucasian

Warwick

RI

1978-06-17

40

John

ODell

07/05/2026

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On June 17, 1978, in Warwick, Rhode Island, a 40-year-old man named John ODell was killed. His life was cut short by an act of gun violence.

Despite the violent nature of his death, details regarding the specific circumstances surrounding the incident are not readily available in online sources. Information concerning any potential suspects or arrests in connection with the case remains elusive. Publicly accessible records and news archives do not currently offer a narrative of the events ...
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  • John O'Dell, age 40 - National Gun Violence Memorial

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