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Markeish Johnson

Death by Force
Case Description
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Markeish Johnson, an 18-year-old from Philadelphia, was shot and killed on August 12, 2016, in front of his home on East Collom Street in Germantown. The shooting occurred at approximately 10:29 p.m., and Markeish was found suffering from multiple gunshot wounds. Despite being rushed to Albert Einstein Medical Center, he did not survive his injuries. According to his family, Markeish was the unintended victim of a case of mistaken identity, highlighting the randomness and tragedy of his loss. ...Read More
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  • Teen gunned down outside his home in Germantown - 6ABC
  • Markeish Johnson - DC# 16-14-064398 - Philly Unsolved Murders
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    Victim Details

    Markeish Johnson

    March 28, 2022

    Male

    African-American / Black

    Philadelphia

    PA

    2016-08-12

    18

    Markeish

    Johnson

    12/02/2025


    Area Body Found:
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