John Pruitt

Murdered

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Case Description    (Solved)
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A man is murdered at a Family Fare/BP
On February 14, 2017, 41-year-old John Wesley Pruitt Jr. was shot during a robbery at the Family Fare BP gas station on Guess Road in Durham, North Carolina. Pruitt, who had worked at the store for over 10 years, was fatally wounded during the attempted robbery and later died from his injuries. The incident shocked the community and led to the arrest of a 16-year-old suspect, who was charged with Pruitt’s murder. The case highlighted the increasing concerns over violent crimes in the area .
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    Victim Details

    John Pruitt

    April 6, 2023

    Male

    Caucasian / White

    Durham

    NC

    2017-02-14

    41

    John Pruitt

    John

    Pruitt

    Yes

    10/11/2024


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    Has anyone heard if there will be a candlelight vigil for John? I think it would be a beautiful way ... ...Read More
    09/13/2023