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John Edward Davis

Case from Rocky-mount, NC dated Aug 07, 2023

Victim Details

John Edward Davis

Male

Black / African American

Rocky-mount

NC

2023-08-07

20

John

Edward Davis

07/18/2026

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John Edward Davis, a 20-year-old resident of Rocky Mount, North Carolina, tragically lost his life on August 7, 2023. Born on November 12, 2002, in Chapel Hill, North Carolina, he was affectionately known as "Johnjohn" to his family and friends. His untimely death was the result of gun violence, a devastating event that has left his community in mourning.

In the wake of this tragedy, the community came together to honor John's memory. A funeral service was held on August 18, 2023, at Hi ...
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  • WRAL.com: 1 killed in Edgecombe County armed robbery; deputies looking for 3 linked to man's death
  • Mr. John Edward Davis - Obituary - Matthews Family Mortuary
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    Has anyone else heard about the rumors surrounding the night John was killed? There’s been some ch... ...Read More
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