Willette Sheppard

Murdered
Case Description
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On May 20, 1991, 25-year-old Willette Sheppard was tragically found dead in Columbus, Ohio. Her body was discovered in a dumpster located at the rear of 1396 Fields Avenue. Sheppard had suffered severe head injuries caused by blunt force trauma. The Columbus Police Department responded to the scene, and her death was classified as a homicide.

The case remains unsolved, and there have been no public reports of suspects or arrests in relation to Sheppard's murder. The Ohio Attorney Genera ...Read More
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    Victim Details

    Willette Sheppard

    February 11, 2022

    Female

    African-American / Black

    Columbus

    OH

    1991-05-20

    1991-05-20

    Willette

    Sheppard

    No

    10/29/2024


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    Does anyone know if there is a GoFundMe set up for the Willette family? I would like to offer my sup... ...Read More
    07/23/2024
    My thoughts and prayers are with the victim and their family during this difficult time. I hope they... ...Read More
    05/14/2023
    Hi, does anyone know where Willette worked? I'm trying to get in touch with her for a potential job ... ...Read More
    04/04/2023
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