Darnell Johnson Murdered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania age 17

Case Description

Any updates on this case? Let us know!

Darnell Johnson, aged 17, was tragically killed on July 17, 2012, in Pittsburgh's Hill District. Johnson was found with a gunshot wound to the head at the bottom of a set of steps near Centre Avenue. The incident occurred during a period marked by increased gun violence in the area, with Johnson's death being one of twelve homicides recorded in Allegheny County that month. Despite the presence of multiple witnesses, no one has been charged, and the investigation remains ongoing.

Darnell ...Read More

Links to Additional Sources (5)

See any mistakes? Let us know!

Couple finds teen dead on city steps - WTAE

...View 4 additional sources

Victim Details

name

Darnell Johnson

Case Added

March 28, 2022

gender

Male

race

African-American / Black

city

Pittsburgh

state

PA

Date Found

2012-07-17

Age at Death

17

First Name

Darnell

Last Name

Johnson

Last Updated

10/29/2024

Area Body Found:

Darnell Johnson
Murdered

Case Description

Links to Additional Sources (5)

Victim Details

Forum Posts (1)

Other Murder Cases from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania