John Hightower

Murdered
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John Hightower, aged 24, was shot and killed on August 8, 2009, during an attempted robbery in West Philadelphia. The incident took place near Redfield Street and Master Street late at night. Hightower was walking with two friends when they were approached by two armed men. One of the men, armed with a sawed-off shotgun, demanded cash, cigarettes, and a cell phone from the group. During the robbery, one of the assailants shot Hightower in the face while sparing the other two individuals. He was ...Read More
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    Victim Details

    John Hightower

    March 28, 2022

    Male

    African-American / Black

    Philadelphia

    PA

    2009-08-08

    24

    John

    Hightower

    No

    10/30/2024


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