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Seritha Ballantyne

Case from Bedford, OH dated Dec 23, 2023

Victim Details

Seritha Ballantyne

Female

Black / African American

Bedford

OH

2023-12-23

45

Seritha

Ballantyne

Yes

07/09/2026

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Seritha Arnaz Ballantyne, a 45-year-old resident of Bedford, Ohio, tragically lost her life on December 23, 2023, after being fatally shot in the head at her home on Natalie Road. The incident shocked the local community and prompted an immediate investigation by law enforcement.

Following the shooting, authorities quickly identified 41-year-old Joseph "JD" Bowman as the primary suspect. A warrant was issued for his arrest as police sought to locate him. In the days following the incide ...
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  • https://www.cleveland19.com: Man wanted for killing Bedford woman turns himself in, police say
  • Fox 8 Cleveland WJW: Woman fatally shot in the head: Suspect surrenders
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