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Leslie Blaine Roark

Death by Force
Case Description
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Deputy Sheriff Leslie Blaine Roark, aged 27, tragically lost his life on December 10, 1991, following a violent incident in California, Missouri. Deputy Roark was responding to a domestic disturbance call at the residence of Oyfeider James Johnson, located near Jamestown, Missouri. Upon arrival, Deputy Roark spoke with Johnson on the porch for a few minutes. As he was leaving the residence, Johnson shot Deputy Roark twice with a pistol. Johnson then re-entered his home, gathered more weapons and ...Read More
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  • Vox Magazine : The mass shooting you never heard of in California, Mo.
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    Victim Details

    Leslie Blaine Roark

    Male

    White / Caucasian

    California

    MO

    1991-12-09

    27

    Leslie

    Blaine Roark

    11/22/2025

    Forum Posts (2)
    Wow, this case really strikes a nerve, especially when you consider the bravery Deputy Roark showed ... ...Read More
    12/20/2024
    I've been following the tragic events surrounding Deputy Sheriff Leslie Blaine Roark and the other v... ...Read More
    10/23/2024
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