Lawrence Jones

Murdered
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Lawrence Anthony Jones, aged 24, was fatally shot by Pittsburgh police on December 23, 2011. The incident occurred following a traffic stop that escalated into a confrontation. Jones was struck and died from the gunshot wounds sustained during this encounter. According to a lawsuit filed by his mother, Marie C. Reese, the lack of proper training for the officers involved played a significant role in the fatal outcome. The tragic death of Jones added to concerns in the community regarding police ...Read More
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    Victim Details

    Lawrence Jones

    March 28, 2022

    Pittsburgh

    PA

    2011-12-23

    24

    Lawrence

    Jones

    10/30/2024


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    I was wondering if there was a candlelight vigil for Lawrence that I missed? I really wanted to pay ... ...Read More
    04/21/2024
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    01/10/2024
    Has anyone heard if there is any DNA evidence that has been found in the Lawrence case? I'm curious ... ...Read More
    07/13/2023
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