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Melvin Johnson

Death by Force
Case Description
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Melvin Johnson, a 20-year-old resident of Sheraden in Pittsburgh, was killed on March 24, 2010. He was found shot in the head when police responded to a call about a shooting at 1008 Chartiers Avenue. Melvin was pronounced dead at the scene. According to reports, he was allegedly shot while attempting to rob an apartment with another male. No arrests have been made in connection to this incident, and the investigation remains ongoing.

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  • Two shot, one dead in Elliott home invasion - Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
  • Police: 1 Robber Killed, Another Wounded In Elliott - Pittsburgh - WPXI
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    Victim Details

    Melvin Johnson

    March 28, 2022

    Pittsburgh

    PA

    2010-03-24

    20

    Melvin

    Johnson

    11/23/2025


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