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Case Description
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Deon Jawan Peatross, a 23-year-old man from Eden, North Carolina, was tragically killed on January 6, 2019, in Axton, Virginia. The incident occurred in the 2500-block of Martin Drive, where police responded to a call reporting a shooting. Upon arrival, deputies found Peatross deceased, with the investigation revealing that his death was firearm-related.
The subsequent investigation led to the arrest of De'Von Dre'Col Smith, a 27-year-old man from Martinsville, Virginia. Smith was charged ...Read More
The subsequent investigation led to the arrest of De'Von Dre'Col Smith, a 27-year-old man from Martinsville, Virginia. Smith was charged ...Read More
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Deon Jawan Peatross
Male
Black / African American
Axton
VA
2019-01-06
22
Deon
Jawan Peatross
11/20/2025
Forum Posts (3)
I’ve been following the case of Deon Jawan Peatross, and I can't get over how devastating it must ... ...Read More
11/08/2024
11/08/2024
Has anyone else been thinking about how this case showcases the devastating ripple effects of gun vi... ...Read More
10/02/2024
10/02/2024
Has anyone else been following the tragic case of Deon Jawan Peatross in Axton? My thoughts have bee... ...Read More
09/28/2024
09/28/2024
