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Louie J Johnson

Death by Force
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On Christmas Eve of 2020, a season typically marked by peace and goodwill was shattered by violence in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, leading to the tragic death of Louie J. Johnson, a 47-year-old Black/African American man. In an act of courage, Johnson intervened in a domestic violence dispute unfolding in the 1200 block of E. Singer Circle. His attempt to de-escalate the situation ended in the gravest of consequences when he was fatally shot.

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  • Milwaukee Homicide Database | Journal Sentinel
  • WISN: Police: Neighbor trying to stop Christmas Eve domestic violence dispute, shot and killed in process
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    Victim Details

    Louie J Johnson

    Male

    Black / African American

    Milwaukee

    WI

    2020-12-24

    47

    Louie

    J Johnson

    11/12/2025

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