Devante Penn

Murdered
Case Description
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On July 5, 2013, 21-year-old Devante Penn was found fatally shot in the middle of Wentworth Road and Windsor Avenue in Columbus, Ohio. The incident occurred at around 3:15 p.m., and police were dispatched to the scene following reports of a shooting. Despite efforts from the emergency responders, Devante was pronounced dead shortly thereafter.

This shooting was part of a violent holiday weekend in Columbus, during which multiple shootings took place. Police have not disclosed any infor ...Read More
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  • Homicide Cold Case Unit Archive Jul 2013 - City of Columbus, Ohio

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    Victim Details

    Devante Penn

    March 28, 2022

    Male

    African-American / Black

    Columbus

    OH

    2013-07-05

    21

    Devante

    Penn

    10/28/2024


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