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Affidavit reveals victim was killed with a concrete block, suspect charged with murder
Summary by Denton News Editorial Desk Amber Kite , as published by FOX 4 KDFW (Dallas-Fort Worth)
· July 8, 2026
· 1 min read
David Brown Jr., 23, has been arrested by U.S. Marshals and charged with murder for the fatal June 18 concrete block beating of John Nelson in South Dallas.
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Key points Marshals and charged with murder for the fatal June 18 concrete block beating of John Nelson in South Dallas. More safety Today’s briefing Local events
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What is this story about? David Brown Jr., 23, has been arrested by U.S. Marshals and charged with murder for the fatal June 18 concrete block beating of John Nelson in South Dallas.
When was this published? This article was first published on July 8, 2026 by FOX 4 KDFW (Dallas-Fort Worth) and curated for Denton News readers.
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