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James Patterson

Death by Force
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James Charles Patterson Jr., a 27-year-old male from Williston, Florida, tragically lost his life on August 4, 2017. The circumstances surrounding his death were deeply distressing, as it was the result of a violent home invasion. Patterson, who was a father, had just returned home from buying school supplies for his children when the incident occurred. The home invasion led to a fatal confrontation, and despite efforts to save him, James Patterson died en route to the hospital.

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  • WGFL: Two teens charged with murder in fatal Williston home invasion
  • Gainesville Sun: Williston brothers shot in home invasion, one killed
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    Victim Details

    James Patterson

    Male

    Black / African American

    Williston

    FL

    2017-08-04

    27

    James

    Patterson

    11/21/2025

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    08/30/2023
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