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Ex-NFL Player Kevin Johnson Found Dead in LA
22 Jan
Summary
- Former NFL player Kevin Johnson found dead in Los Angeles.
- Johnson suffered head trauma and stab wounds.
- Investigation into his death is ongoing by LAPD.
A homicide investigation is currently underway in Los Angeles following the discovery of former NFL player Kevin Johnson's body. Johnson, 55, who previously played for the Philadelphia Eagles and Oakland Raiders, was found deceased early Wednesday morning. He was discovered with apparent head trauma and stab wounds in the vicinity of a homeless encampment.
Authorities were alerted to the scene on East 120th Street. Friends and acquaintances have begun sharing tributes online, with some indicating Johnson had faced significant personal challenges, including addiction, in the years leading up to his death. The investigation into the circumstances surrounding his death is ongoing.
Johnson's NFL career began after he was drafted by the New England Patriots in 1993. He later played for the Eagles in 1995 and 1996, and then for the Raiders in 1997. His passing marks a somber end to a life that once held athletic promise.
