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Devonte Housley Jr.

Death by Force
Case Description
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On October 22, 2023, seven-year-old De'Vonte Ja'Ton Housley Jr. was fatally shot in his home on Marmion Avenue in Youngstown, Ohio. Responding officers found De'Vonte with a gunshot wound and initiated life-saving measures before transporting him to St. Elizabeth Youngstown Hospital, where he was pronounced dead.

The Youngstown Police Department initially described the incident as an "accidental shooting." However, following a thorough investigation, a Mahoning County grand jury indict ...Read More
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  • WKBN.com: Coroner releases name of child killed in accidental shooting
  • Fox 8 Cleveland WJW: Child shot at Youngstown home dies
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    Victim Details

    Devonte Housley Jr.

    Male

    Black / African American

    Youngstown

    OH

    2023-10-22

    7

    Devonte

    Housley Jr.

    Yes

    11/06/2025

    Forum Posts (2)
    I’ve been following the tragedy involving De’Vonte "Dunk Jr." Housley Jr., and I can't stop thin... ...Read More
    08/23/2024
    I can't believe this tragic news about little De'Vonte. While the legal proceedings are ongoing, wha... ...Read More
    12/22/2023
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