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Robert Dawson

Case from Columbus, OH dated Feb 15, 1988

Victim Details

Robert Dawson

February 11, 2022

Male

African-American / Black

Columbus

OH

1988-02-15

1988-02-15

Robert

Dawson

06/23/2026


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On February 15, 1988, Robert Dawson, a 19-year-old male, was found dead with a gunshot wound at 410 Rhodes Avenue in Columbus, Ohio. He was pronounced dead on arrival. Details about the events leading to Dawson’s death and any suspects remain unclear. The Columbus Police Department has been investigating this homicide for years, but the case remains unsolved. Authorities are encouraging anyone with information to come forward, as they continue their efforts to solve this case and provide closu ...
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