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James Patterson

Case from Williston, FL dated Aug 04, 2017

Victim Details

James Patterson

Male

Black / African American

Williston

FL

2017-08-04

27

James

Patterson

07/19/2026

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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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