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Todd Lanier Lovett

Case from Bradenton, FL dated Oct 21, 1968

Victim Details

Todd Lanier Lovett

Male

Bradenton

FL

1968-10-21

6

Todd

Lanier Lovett

07/02/2026

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Todd Lanier Lovett, a six-year-old boy from Bradenton, Florida, tragically lost his life on October 21, 1968. The circumstances surrounding his death were both shocking and heartbreaking. Todd was shot by his father, James Cleveland Lovett, in a horrific incident that also claimed the lives of his mother, two siblings, and an infant nephew. Following the shootings, James Cleveland Lovett set fire to their house, intending to die along with his family. However, he survived the ordeal.

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  • Todd Lanier Lovett (1962-1968) - Find a Grave...
  • Oct 22, 1968, page 82 - The Miami Herald at Newspapers.com - Newspapers.com
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    Has anyone looked into the background of the father, James Cleveland Lovett? I find it so hard to un... ...Read More
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