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On the evening of February 26, 2026, in Cranston, Rhode Island, 35-year-old Javon Lawson was fatally shot at his home on Legion Way. At approximately 8:34 p.m., individuals inside the residence heard loud banging at a side door. When Lawson went to investigate the noise, multiple gunshots were fired from outside, striking him several times. Family members who were present attempted to provide aid, and emergency services were called. Paramedics transported Lawson to Rhode Island Hospital, where h ...Read More
Victim Details

Javon Lawson

Male

Black / African American

Cranston

RI

2026-02-26

35

Javon

Lawson

03/15/2026