Devonte Housley Jr.

Murdered
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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    Victim Details

    Devonte Housley Jr.

    Male

    Black / African American

    Youngstown

    OH

    2023-10-22

    7

    Devonte

    Housley Jr.

    Yes

    12/14/2024

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    Has anyone been able to determine if there are any cameras in the area that may have captured Devont... ...Read More
    08/27/2024
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