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On a spring day in Phoenix, Arizona, the life of Officer David Lee 'Star' Johnson was cut short in a tragic confrontation. It was May 2, 1944, and Officer Johnson, an African-American man, was on his foot patrol in downtown Phoenix with his partner, Officer Joe Davis. The city, with a population of around 65,000 at the time, was a place where racial tensions simmered beneath the surface.
During their patrol, Officer Johnson witnessed a vehicle run a stop sign. As he approached the driver ...Read More
During their patrol, Officer Johnson witnessed a vehicle run a stop sign. As he approached the driver ...Read More
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David Lee Star Johnson
Male
Black / African American
Phoenix
AZ
1944-05-02
36
David
Lee Star Johnson
11/27/2025
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I recently came across the story of Officer David Lee "Star" Johnson, and it truly resonated with me... ...Read More
01/10/2024
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I've been diving deep into the history of law enforcement in Phoenix, and this case involving Office... ...Read More
08/21/2023
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Hey everyone, I'm still processing the complexities of the tragic events surrounding Officer David L... ...Read More
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