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Caleb Nathanial James

Case from Hartsville, SC dated May 13, 2021

Victim Details

Caleb Nathanial James

Male

White / Caucasian

Hartsville

SC

2021-05-13

18

Caleb

Nathanial James

07/11/2026

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On May 13, 2021, in Hartsville, South Carolina, 18-year-old Caleb Nathanial James lost his life to a single gunshot wound just three weeks before he was set to graduate from McBee High School. The incident occurred at the home of his girlfriend, Cassie Escobar. Initially, the nature of the shooting was unclear, with deputies at the scene considering the possibility of suicide.

The narrative provided by his girlfriend, Cassie Escobar, initially suggested that Caleb had taken his own life. ...
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  • FITSNews: South Carolina Judge Lets Accused Murderer Out On Bond - FITSNews
  • Law & Crime: S.C. Woman Charged with Murdering 18-Year-Old Boyfriend Several Months After She Allegedly Told Cops He Accidentally Shot Himself
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