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Bennie L. Craig

Case from Columbus, OH dated Apr 29, 2026

Victim Details

Bennie L. Craig

Male

Black / African American

Columbus

OH

2026-04-29

53

Bennie

L. Craig

07/13/2026

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In the spring of 2026, a domestic tragedy unfolded in Columbus, Ohio, culminating in the death of 53-year-old Bennie L. Craig. On the afternoon of April 29th, police and paramedics were dispatched to a residence on Burstock Road in the southern part of the city following reports of a shooting. Upon their arrival, they discovered Bennie Craig with a severe gunshot wound. Emergency medical personnel transported him to a nearby hospital, but his life could not be saved. The initial investigation at ...
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  • https://www.nbc4i.com/news/local-news/columbus/man-shot-dead-in-south-columbus/
  • WSYX: Son charged with shooting, killing mother’s husband in south Columbus
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