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James Patrick Kinard

Death by Force
Case Description
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James Patrick Kinard, aged 39, was tragically shot and killed on October 19, 2018, in Ridge Spring, South Carolina. The incident occurred on Hazzard Circle, and it was reported that Kinard was believed to be working with the police, which allegedly led to his murder. The Ridge Spring Police Department received information from a witness who saw two men in the area near the time of the shooting.

The investigation into Kinard's death led to significant developments over the years. In Februa ...Read More
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  • WJBF: Two Saluda County men charged in 2018 Ridge Spring murder
  • https://www.wrdw.com: 2 Saluda County men charged in 2018 murder, SLED says
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    Victim Details

    James Patrick Kinard

    Male

    Ridge-spring

    SC

    2022-10-19

    39

    James

    Patrick Kinard

    11/13/2025

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