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The Unsolved Murder of Jay Cecil Thames Jr.: A Cold Case in Gainesville's Shadows
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The Unsolved Murder of Jay Cecil Thames Jr.: A Cold Case in Gainesville's Shadows
Posted by admin on February 24, 2025, 19:03 143 0

Discovery of the Crime Scene

On the evening of Sunday, June 8, 2003, at approximately 6:52 pm, Gainesville police responded to a distressing call at 1115 SW 3rd Ave. Upon arrival, they discovered the lifeless body of 57-year-old Jay Cecil Thames Jr. inside his residence. The building, a quadplex comprising several apartments, showed no signs of forced entry; however, the front door was found unsecured. Thames had been brutally beaten to death, a crime that sent shockwaves through the local community.

Profile of the Victim

Jay Cecil Thames Jr. was a white male known for his generosity and open-heartedness. He often extended a helping hand to those in need, frequently allowing homeless individuals to take refuge in his home. This compassionate nature made him a well-known figure among Gainesville's less fortunate. Additionally, Thames was recognized within the local LGBTQ+ community, living an openly homosexual lifestyle during a time when acceptance was not as widespread as it is today. ...Read More

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