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Leslie Blaine Roark

Case from California, MO dated Dec 10, 1991

Victim Details

Name

Leslie Blaine Roark

Gender

Male

Race

White / Caucasian

City

California

State

MO

Date Of Death

1991-12-10

Age At Death

27

First Name

Leslie

Last Name

Blaine Roark

Last Updated

07/05/2026

Case Description

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On December 10, 1991, Moniteau County Reserve Deputy Sheriff Leslie Blaine Roark, a 27-year-old male, tragically lost his life in the line of duty. The incident began when Deputy Roark responded to a domestic disturbance call at the residence of Oyfeider James Johnson, located a couple of miles south of Jamestown, Missouri. After speaking with Johnson on his porch for a few minutes, Deputy Roark returned to his patrol vehicle. It was at this moment that Johnson emerged and shot Deputy Roark twic ...

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Vox Magazine : The mass shooting you never heard of in California, Mo.

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Wow, this case really strikes a nerve, especially when you consider the bravery Deputy Roark showed ... ...Read More
12/20/2024

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10/23/2024

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