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Dawson J. McGrath

Case from Vergennes, VT dated Oct 27, 2021

Victim Details

Dawson McGrath

Male

White / Caucasian

Vergennes

VT

2021-10-27

22

Dawson

J. McGrath

Accidental

06/29/2026

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In the quiet community of Addison, Vermont, the life of 22-year-old Dawson McGrath, a Caucasian male, came to an unexpected and tragic end on the evening of Wednesday, October 27, 2021. Known for his willingness to always lend a helping hand, Dawson was a young man who enjoyed the outdoors, often found hunting, fishing, or snowmobiling. His hands were skilled in mechanics, frequently busy working on a demo car or tinkering with anything that had a motor.

On that Wednesday evening, at appr ...
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  • UPDATE: Press Release 21B5002659/Shooting Investigation-Addison VT
  • https://www.wcax.com: Police investigating fatal accidental shooting in Addison County
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