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John Robert Plummer

Case from Portsmouth, VA dated Nov 27, 2021

Victim Details

John Robert Plummer III

Male

Black / African American

Portsmouth

VA

2021-11-27

37

John

Robert Plummer

07/12/2026

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John Robert Plummer III, a 37-year-old Black male, tragically lost his life on November 27, 2021, in Portsmouth, Virginia. Known affectionately as JP, he was a carpenter by trade and a beloved father of four. His warm smile and infectious laugh were a source of joy to his family and friends, who remember him as a gentle giant and a protector.

On that fateful Saturday night, Plummer was at Griff's Restaurant and Sports Lounge on Portsmouth Boulevard. At approximately 1:45 a.m., a shooting ...
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  • 13newsnow.com: Man wanted for murder turns himself in to Portsmouth police, family of victim speaks out
  • WAVY.com: Suspect in fatal shooting of 37-year-old man outside Portsmouth sports bar surrenders to police
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    In diving deeper into this case, I've been thinking a lot about the impact on John's kids. Losing a ... ...Read More
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    It's incredibly upsetting to think about the impact JP's murder has had on his family—especially h... ...Read More
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    I can’t stop thinking about how JP's four kids are coping with his loss. It's unimaginable to lose... ...Read More
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