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Verbie Draper

Case from Columbus, OH dated Jan 28, 1992

Victim Details

Verbie Draper

February 11, 2022

Male

African-American / Black

Columbus

OH

1992-01-28

1992-01-28

Verbie

Draper

07/12/2026


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On January 28, 1992, Verbie Draper, a 32-year-old male, was fatally shot in Columbus, Ohio. The incident took place near 583 E. 3rd Avenue. Police found that Verbie Draper had sustained a gunshot wound to the chest. Despite efforts by law enforcement, the case remains unsolved, and authorities are still seeking any information that could lead to the identification of the perpetrator.

The Columbus Police Department is handling the investigation, and it remains an active cold case. The Oh ...
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    Does anyone else feel a chill every time they pass by the corner of E. 3rd Avenue where Verbie Drape... ...Read More
    12/03/2024
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    I've been really moved by the case of Verbie Draper that happened back in January 1... ...Read More
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    I’ve been reading about Verbie Draper's case today, and I just can't get over why... ...Read More
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