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Stephan Vaughn

Case from Newark, NJ dated Aug 04, 2017

Victim Details

Stephan Vaughn

Male

Black / African American

Newark

NJ

2017-08-04

30

Stephan

Vaughn

06/25/2026

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On a Friday night in August 2017, a 30-year-old man, Stephen Vaughn, was fatally shot in Newark, New Jersey. The incident occurred around 10:31 p.m. in the South Ward, specifically in the 600 block of Elizabeth Avenue. When police arrived at the scene, they found Vaughn suffering from gunshot wounds. He was a father to five children, four sons and a daughter.

Known to his loved ones by the nickname 'Yello,' Mr. Vaughn was remembered for his infectious smile. He was cherished by his mother ...
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  • NJ.com: Man killed in Newark shooting identified
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