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Johnny Ray Yates Sr.

Death by Force
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Johnny Ray Yates Sr., a 27-year-old resident of Fort Wayne, Indiana, tragically lost his life on November 28, 2022. The incident occurred during what was supposed to be a gun trade. Yates had arranged to meet with several individuals to exchange firearms, but the situation quickly turned violent. According to reports, Yates was shot multiple times in the back while sitting in his car on the 2900 block of Reed Street. His girlfriend, who was present during the incident, recounted that two individ ...Read More
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  • WANE 15: Police: Faux gun deal leads to homicide
  • WOWO 1190 AM | 107.5 FM: Victim identified from Monday evening shooting
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    Victim Details

    Johnny Ray Yates Sr.

    Male

    Black / African American

    Fort-wayne

    IN

    2022-11-28

    27

    Johnny

    Ray Yates Sr.

    11/12/2025

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