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In the quiet town of Pierce City, Missouri, a dedicated public servant's life was tragically cut short on a summer day. James Richard Dacy, a 61-year-old male and the respected Chief of Police, responded to what seemed like a routine call on August 8, 2001. The call was concerning a stray dog in the local cemetery, a task the chief himself undertook. This final act of duty, however, would end in an unforeseen accident.

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Victim Details

James Richard Dacy

Male

White / Caucasian

Pierce-city

MO

2001-08-08

61

James

Richard Dacy

01/18/2026