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Joel Anthony Davis Jr.

Case from Newport-news, VA dated Oct 15, 2020

Victim Details

Joel Anthony Davis, Jr.

Male

Newport-news

VA

2020-10-15

40

Joel

Anthony Davis Jr.

07/07/2026

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On a Thursday evening in Newport News, Virginia, the life of 40-year-old Joel Anthony Davis Jr. was tragically cut short. On October 15, 2020, at approximately 7:53 p.m., police were dispatched to the 300 block of 73rd Street following reports of gunshots. Upon their arrival, they discovered Davis suffering from a gunshot wound. Despite emergency medical efforts, he was pronounced dead at the scene.

The events that unfolded shortly after the shooting led to a swift arrest. As officers wer ...
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  • dailypress.com: Police identify Newport News man killed in shooting last week
  • WTKR: Man arrested, charged with murder after fatal shooting leads to police chase in Newport News
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