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23-Year-Old Charged in Deadly Dedham Shooting

7/22/2025

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Franci Villar, 23, is charged in connection with a tragic shooting outside a BJ's store in Dedham, Massachusetts, that claimed the life of 20-year-old Jaylani Cole and left another person injured. Facing serious counts of armed assault and firearm violations, Villar's fate will be determined in an upcoming arraignment at Dedham District Court.

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Story summary

Franci Villar, 23, is charged in connection with a tragic shooting outside a BJ's store in Dedham, Massachusetts, that claimed the life of 20-year-old Jaylani Cole and left another person injured. Facing serious counts of armed assault and firearm violations, Villar's fate will be determined in an upcoming arraignment at Dedham District Court.