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Devell Johnson Jr.

Case from Davenport, IA dated Apr 22, 2021

Victim Details

Devell Johnson, Jr.

Male

Black / African American

Davenport

IA

2021-04-22

12

Devell

Johnson Jr.

07/01/2026

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On a spring evening in Davenport, Iowa, the life of 12-year-old Devell Johnson Jr., a Black male, was tragically cut short. On April 22, 2021, Johnson was near an intersection when he was struck by gunfire. Another juvenile was also injured in the shooting incident. Johnson was a sixth-grade student at a local elementary school. Those who knew him remember a vibrant young boy with a bright smile that could light up a room. He was adventurous, loved doing backflips, and enjoyed playing basketball ...
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  • https://www.kwqc.com: Missouri man charged following Davenport shooting that left 12-year-old dead, second juvenile injured
  • https://www.kcrg.com: Police: 12-year-old boy killed, another injured in shooting
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    I came across a recent post mentioning the tragic loss of Devell "Baby Bart" Johnson, and I couldn't... ...Read More
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